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Using Geospatial Tools in the Classroom to Better Build and Connect a Liberal Arts Education Community to a Broader World

Spring '26 Guest Speaker Event Recording

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Can ChatGPT Write My Syllabus for Me?

Utilizing Canvas (USD's Learning Management System)

Ordering Textbooks & Other Classroom Matters

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Faculty Reading Circles

Read and converse with colleagues

Travel Grants for Pedagogical Development

Attend a conference, workshop, or class on us

Guest Speaker Events

Learn from leaders in the field of teaching and learning

Confidential Consultations

Ask questions, brainstorm, or get feedback on your course(s)

Communities of Practice

Share ideas and apply new teaching strategies

Support for You & Your Students

Resources that Promote Wellness for Vibrant Teaching and Learning

Faculty Wellness Space

Reserve a quiet place to relax and recharge

Disengaged, Disruptive & Distressed Students

Faculty guide on how to identify and what to do

The Community Builder

Practical ideas for building community in your classes

Teaching Your Humanity

Guide on how to teach on your own marginalized identities

Supporting Undocumented Students

Strategies to support this unique demographic of students

What BIPoC Professors Need From Students

10 tips for appropriately engaging with marginalized faculty

Resources for Former Foster Youth Students

Faculty strategies for this unique demographic of students

Remaining Flexible and Compassionate in Our Post-Remote Courses

Classroom strategies to carry us forward with intention

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