Power Up with October’s Power Hours!

Power Hours are back in the Faculty Commons (RLB 026), and they’re packed with both familiar favorites and exciting new additions. Our monthly Themed Hours and Pop-Ups with Popcorn sessions return, offering insights from AI’s role in education to the art of mastering Canvas. But that’s not all! We’re thrilled to introduce Faculty Commons Callbacks, a fresh concept that revisits popular themes from prior months, giving them a new spin and deeper exploration. Finally, we will be experimenting with hybrid options for these brief PD sessions. If you can’t make it to campus, please join us on Zoom!

October’s Themed Hours

• AI in Action
  October 10th, 4:00-5:00pm
  October 25th, 1:00-2:00pm
  From virtual tutors to automated grading, AI is revolutionizing education! Join our discussion to see how fellow professors are leveraging this tech magic. You’ll be AI-mazed at the possibilities!
• Trick & Treat
  October 31st, 1:00-2:00pm
  Ready for a bewitching blend of fun and insight this Halloween? Drop into the Faculty Commons, conjure up a teaching strategy from our cauldron, and pair your newfound wisdom with a spooky sweet treat. Learning has never been so spook-tacular!

Pop-Up with Popcorn

• Get Your Course *NSYNC
  October 3rd, 1:00-1:30pm
  October 18th, 4:00-4:30pm
  Is finding the balance between synchronous and asynchronous activities Tearin’ Up your Heart? Say “Bye Bye Bye” to online or hybrid learning stress at this Power Hour! No Strings Attached! Discover new ways to make your content Pop, and before you know it, your course will be *NSYNC!
• Painting Your Canvas
  October 17th, 1:00-1:30pm
  Think you know Canvas? Think again! Get inspired by fellow professors as they showcase their masterpieces and share secret Canvas hacks that elevate their courses to works of art.

Faculty Commons Callbacks

• Epic Fail!
  October 11th, 1:00-2:00pm
  This session returns with a twist on embracing our classroom missteps. In a brief “open mic” setting, faculty and staff come together to share how challenges have shaped their teaching journey. Join us, share your story, and remember: every ‘fail’ is a stepping stone toward success.
• Museums Uncovered
  October 24th, 4:00-5:00pm
  Art history buffs and collection curators, your session is back! Dive into interdisciplinary discussions about the arts and collections. Whether you’re an art aficionado or a curator, this is your chance to connect, share, and explore collaborative opportunities in the vibrant world of museums.

Join us in the Faculty Commons (RLB 026) or on Zoom for a month of exploration and reflection. Whether you’re seeking innovative teaching strategies, looking to share your experiences, or eager to connect with peers, our Power Hours promise a blend of learning and camaraderie. Mark your calendars, and let’s make this October a month of academic enrichment and community building!