This professional development series equips faculty with tools and strategies to support student learning, well-being, and career readiness. Each session offers practical, high-impact ideas you can apply directly in your teaching—whether you’re helping students navigate challenges or connecting coursework to career competencies.
Faculty may attend individual sessions or earn a certificate by participating in three or more events. The events are co-sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Programs and the Office of Career & Professional Development.
Session 1: Supporting Students through Challenges: Signs, Referrals, and Conversations that Help
- Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
- Time: 12:30 – 1:50pm
- Location: 2005 BIF
- Description: This session provides faculty with practical strategies to recognize when students are struggling, make effective referrals, and engage in supportive conversations. The focus will be on actionable approaches to address academic, personal, and career-related challenges while fostering student success.
Session 1: Career-Connected Learning
- Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
- Time: 12:30 – 1:50pm
- Location: 2005 BIF
- Description: This session explores how to integrate career readiness into your teaching without overhauling your syllabus. Faculty will learn practical strategies for connecting course content to career competencies and preparing students for their next steps
Questions? Please contact Kristina Wright, Senior Director, Career & Professional Development