Date: Monday, September 13, 2021
Time: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Locations: Zoom
Topic for Monday, September 13, 2021 session:
Developing a Research Question, Intro to IRB and CITI
The SoTL Academy will support faculty as they conduct a SoTL project. We will work together to refine research questions and methodologies. Faculty will develop quantitative and/or qualitative data to analyze pedagogical practices, leading to a better understanding of how to impact student success and well-being.
Next session: Monday, September 27, 2021
To learn more & view the SoTL agenda, please visit the SoTL webpage.
Thursday, September 9, 2021
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Zoom
Sessions on policies and ePortfolio for faculty coming up for pre- and post-tenure. Four virtual workshops will be offered for fall – two for pre-tenure and two for post-tenure. Please check the CTLL website for details and registration information.
Pre-Tenure Policies and ePortfolio dates:
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Zoom | 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 16, 2021
Zoom | 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Post-Tenure Policies and ePortfolio dates:
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Webinar | 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Webinar | 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
For more information and to register, see Promotion and Tenure at UNG.
Register here for the webinar workshops.
For more materials on P&T, see the CTLL Promotion and Tenure at UNG.
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Zoom on D2L
Building Rapport in the Classroom: Why do we need it, and how do we achieve it?
Led by Lori Furbush
A warm, friendly classroom environment has been shown to impact student success. But how do we create such an environment? This session will discuss ways to create rapport between faculty and students and foster a class atmosphere that students enjoy.
This series of six workshops across the full academic year will be offered virtually on Zoom on D2L with facilitators from all five campuses together.
Click here to register.
This session is offered as part of the Teaching Conversations Series.
Faculty who successfully participate in TC sessions and complete a reflective statement may qualify for the TC certificate.
Click here to register.
Monday, August 30, 2021
12 p.m.- 1-p.m.
Zoom
Led by Anastasia Lin and Michael Rifenburg
Writing Effective Student Recommendation Letters
This presentation will explore strategies to help you write effective recommendation letters for student scholarships, research opportunities, and future graduate programs. We will examine examples of effective and ineffective letters to ensure that even those who skim your letter come away with your point!
Register here.
The 2021 Evening New Faculty Orientation (NFO) will be held Thursday, August 19, 2021. All incoming faculty are invited to attend this event for importation information regarding working at UNG. This orientation will be offered virtually through Blackboard Collaborate and eLearning (D2L).
Click here to register.
Thursday, August 19, 2021 | 6 p.m.-9 p.m. | Zoom
Find out more information on the New Faculty Orientation website.
The Fall 2021 Three-Day New Faculty Orientation (NFO) will be held August 9-11, 2021. All incoming faculty are invited to attend this event for importation information regarding working at UNG. This orientation will be offered in person on multiple campuses.
Click here to register.
Monday, August 9, 2021 | Dahlonega Campus
Tuesday, August 10, 2021 | Gainesville Campus
Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | Multi-Campus
Find out more information on the New Faculty Orientation website.
The Fall 2021 Three-Day New Faculty Orientation (NFO) will be held August 9-11, 2021. All incoming faculty are invited to attend this event for importation information regarding working at UNG. This orientation will be offered in person on multiple campuses.
Click here to register.
Monday, August 9, 2021 | Dahlonega Campus
Tuesday, August 10, 2021 | Gainesville Campus
Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | Multi-Campus
Find out more information on the New Faculty Orientation website.
Register for this workshop here.
CTLL & DETI are offering Promotion and Tenure Policies and ePortfolios webinar workshops. Rebecca Johnston and Irene Kokkala will provide an overview of UNG policies and technology.
Today’s workshop is in red:
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 15, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
For more materials on P&T, see the CTLL Promotion and Tenure at UNG.
Register for the workshop here.
Register for this workshop here.
CTLL & DETI are offering Promotion and Tenure Policies and ePortfolios webinar workshops. Rebecca Johnston and Irene Kokkala will provide an overview of UNG policies and technology.
Today’s workshop is in red:
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 15, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
For more materials on P&T, see the CTLL Promotion and Tenure at UNG.
Register for the workshop here.
Register for this workshop here.
CTLL & DETI are offering Promotion and Tenure Policies and ePortfolios webinar workshops. Rebecca Johnston and Irene Kokkala will provide an overview of UNG policies and technology.
Today’s workshop is in red:
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 15, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
For more materials on P&T, see the CTLL Promotion and Tenure at UNG.
Register for the workshop here.
Academy Dates: Monday-Wednesday, June 7-9, 2021
Academy Times: 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m., 2:30 p.m.-4 p.m.
Presentations: Monday, July 26, 2021
Application Deadline: Monday, May 17, 2021
Apply here.
Looking for something to do this summer? Consider the CTLL Summer Academy!
This CTLL Summer Academy is designed for faculty looking for ways to help students be successful in the classroom and to better prepare them for the future — particularly marginalized students who struggle more in higher education.
Each of the sessions over three days will offer some insight into best classroom practices designed to engage students in the classroom.
Topics include Mindset and Motivation, Mindfulness, Foundations of Education, an introduction to TiLT, Working with First Generation Students, and Remote Engagement.
After academy sessions, faculty will be asked to share one lesson or practice they have modified to be more effective in the classroom. Presentations will be held July 26th.
The number of participants accepted is limited. Applications with be gathered through InfoReady. Application deadline is Monday, May 17, 2021 and participants will be informed of their selection on or before Monday, May 24, 2021. Those that complete all sessions will receive a certificate of completion.
Monday, April 19, 2021
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Preparing Faculty for Promotion and Tenure and Guiding the Career Arc
Presenter: Brian Mann
This series will be held on Zoom and is open to those serving in departmental leadership positions. For more information on this series please visit this link.
Register here.
Friday, April 16, 2021
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Zoom
Final Reports and Celebration
The purpose of this academy is to help faculty refine skills that are essential to their own and their students’ success in the classroom:
- Design (or redesign) of a project, or projects equivalent to 51 hours of student engagement in one of three High-Impact Practices (Undergraduate Research, Work-based Learning [Internships], or Capstone), or 21 service hours in Service Learning
- Apply educational taxonomies to be intentional about student learning outcomes
- Implementing the ideals and practices of the Association of American Colleges and Universities initiative for a 21st century education, entitled Liberal Education and America’s Promise (LEAP)
- Articulate the qualities of the assignment or project that qualify it as a HIP
This academy is a collaborative faculty development program from the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Leadership, the Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities, and the Office of Academic Engagement.
Upon successful completion, faculty members will receive a certificate marking this significant accomplishment.
Monday, April 12, 2021
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Zoom on D2L
Blue Ridge Campus | Nathan Price
Cumming Campus | Lori Furbush
Dahlonega Campus | Kelly McFaden
Gainesville Campus | Jennifer Williford
Oconee Campus | Courtney Ferriter
This series of six workshops across the full academic year will be offered virtually on This series of six workshops across the full academic year will be offered virtually on Zoom on D2L with facilitators from all five campuses together.
Click here to register.
This session is offered as part of the New Faculty Institute (NFI)/ Teaching Conversations.
Faculty who successfully participate in NFI/TC sessions and complete a reflective statement may qualify for the NFI/TC certificate.
Click here to register.
