INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE FOR STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING, STUDENT SUCCESS AND BELONGING Workshop for Faculty and Staff Instructors and Post Docs JANUARY 14, 2025 | 8:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. WOOD DINING ROOM, IACOCCA HALL, SECOND FLOOR, MOUNTAINTOP CAMPUS
• Identify and select actions they can take in their classrooms that will deepen learning, promote student success, students’ sense of belonging, and improve retention and graduation rates. • Cultivate learning from peers on innovative work in the classrooms to advance excellence for inclusive strategies. • Develop concrete implementation plans, in which they commit to several specific actions in their spring ’25 courses and beyond. • Connect their choices as faculty/staff to the success of their students and the university’s progress in achieving goals in institutional strategic plan. P U R P O S E Help Lehigh Faculty and Staff instructors
8:30 a.m. ARRIVAL/BREAKFAST 9:00 a.m. GREETINGS: President Helble 9:05 a.m. BRIEF OPENING REMARKS AND FRAME THE DAY: Dr. Nathan Urban, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs 9:15 a.m. SESSION 1: PANEL OF DEPARTMENT CHAIRS AND ASSOCIATE DEANS: 1. “Perspectives on How We Might Better Connect Undergraduate Student, Graduate Student, Post Doc, and Faculty Success to Ensure Long Term Viability of Institutions” 2. Your thoughts on: “Universities continue to experiment with ways to capture previously Invisible work like mentoring students and supporting their wellbeing.” Moderator: Associate Professor Jenna Lay and Faculty Senate Vice Chair Panelists: Dr. Terry Napier, Department Chair, Math Dr. Ricardo Castro, Department Chair, Materials Science and Engineering Dr. Naomi Rothman, Professor and Associate Dean, College of Business Professor Erica Hoelscher, Department Chair and Associate Dean, College of Health Dr. Kelly Austin, Professor and Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences A G E N D A Inclusive Excellence in Teaching: And Learning January 2025 Workshops PROGRAM AGENDA
10:00 a.m. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION FROM THE PANEL OF CHAIR AND ASSOCIATE DEANS: Moderator: Jenna Lay, Associate Professor and Vice Chair, Faculty Senate 10:20 a.m. SESSION 2: DR. BILL GAUDELLI, SENIOR VICE PROVOST, AND TEAM SESSION “Where We Are, Where We Are Heading, and How”: A brief introduction to LUDI, covering its core principles, goals, and the benefits it offers in promoting cohesive, student-centered learning experiences. 1. Identify key LUDI Elements Faculty Perspectives 2. Reflect on Current Practices Student Perspectives 3. Redesign Workshop Activity Examples of Innovative Teaching 4. How does innovation live in the classroom? 11:45 a.m. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION (to help faculty leave with a clearer understanding of how to integrate LUDI into their syllabus design and solid foundation for applying these principles to enhance their teaching principles) Moderator: Bill Gaudelli 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. WORKING LUNCH- NEURODIVERSITY AT LEHIGH UNIVERSITY Presenter- Meg Munley-Stone 12:30 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION- Moderator- Dr. Larry Snyder BRIEF REMARKS AND AFTERNOON SESSION INTRODUCTION - Dr. Dominic Packer, Professor and the Associate Vice Provost for Research Inclusive Excellence in Teaching: And Learning January 2025 Workshops
12:45 p.m. SESSION 1- STUDENT PANEL: PERSPECTIVE OF EXCELLENCE FOR INCLUSIVE TEACHING, STUDENT SUCCESS AND BELONGING; AND HELPFUL ADVICE FOR FACULTY AND TEACHING ASSISTANTS Moderator: Lori McClaind, Associate Dean of Students 1:45 p.m. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS ON LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE STUDENT PANEL Moderator: Associate Professor Jenna Lay and Faculty Senate Vice Chair; Kelly Austin, Professor and Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences 2:00 p.m. Session 2- LEARNING FROM PEERS: EXAMPLES OF FACULTY INNOVATIVE WORK IN THE CLASSROOM TO ADVANCE EXCELLENCE FOR INCLUSIVE STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING, STUDENT SUCCESS AND BELONGING Moderator: Greg Reihman Presenters: “Sense of belonging strategies for Calculus 1 and 2 Course” (15 minutes) Math Department, Professors Megan Cream; Garth Isaak; and Daniel Conus “Treat All Classroom as a Community” (15 minutes) College of Health, Professor Kate Jackson “Teaching Innovation with Technology” (15 minutes) Department of Theater, Assistant Professor Joseph Amodiei A G E N D A Inclusive Excellence in Teaching: And Learning January 2025 Workshops PROGRAM AGENDA
2:45 p.m. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION FROM LEARNING FROM PEERS Moderator: Greg Reihman 3:00 p.m. SESSION 3-KEYNOTE: DR. KEVIN BINNING, “PLAYBOOK ON HOW TO CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR STUDENT BELONGING IN THE CLASSROOM” Research Supported Workshop 1. Classroom as a Non-Threatening Space 2. Syllabus Construction 3. How to provide feedback to students to keep them motivated and still maintain high standards/expectations for the course 4. Tools for faculty to take with them for implementation. 5. Other Resources available for faculty and teaching assistants 4:35 p.m. CLOSING REMARKS 1. Dr. Terry Jones, Deputy Provost for Undergraduate Education 2. Dr. Fathima Wakeel, Chair, Educational Policy Committee 3. Dr. Donald Outing, VP, Equity and Community 4. Dr. Larry Snyder, Deputy Provost for Faculty Affairs 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. COMMUNITY OF BELONGING RECEPTION ---- WINE AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS This event is Sponsored by the Student Auxiliary Services and Executive Director, David Joseph Inclusive Excellence in Teaching: And Learning January 2025 Workshops
S P E A K E R S Dr. Henry Odi Dr. Nathan Urban Dr. Jenna Lay Dr. Terry Napier Dr. Ricardo Castro Dr. Naomi Rothman Prof. Erica Hoelscher Dr. Kelly Austin Dr. Bill Gaudelli Dr. Joseph Helble
S P E A K E R S Ms. Lori McClaind Dr. Megan Cream Dr. Greg Reihman Dr. Kate Jackson Prof. Joseph Amodei Dr. Fathima Wakeel Dr. Donald Outing Dr. Larry Snyder Dr. Kevin Binning Ms. Meg Munley-Stone Dr. Terry-Ann Jones Dr. Dominic Packer
STUDENT PARTICIPANTS SELIM ERIS SKYLER MOTT SARA GOLDIN MELANA SHELDON BEN BOWMAN ROSE FALLETTA RYAN HATFIELD LAURYN HESKIN ALEXIS KELERCHIAN LAURA-LEE LUKE DONTAE HOUSE DALLAS MAGUIRE JULIAN MALDONADO JAKE MONTGOMERY SEAN PANDALEON GABRIEL PEREZ TAHMINA RAISA AUSTIN ROSYPAL THOMAS SAWYER SHREYA CHAWLA JENNIFER WHIPPLE JACK WILT
SPONSORS LEHIGH UNIVERSITY • Office of the President • Office of the Provost • Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity • Office of Strategic Initiatives • Office of Educational Innovation and Assessment • Academic Colleges and Leadership • Office of Library and Technology Services • Office of Student Affairs • Office of Graduate Education • Office of Research –Postdoctoral Affairs • Office of Student Auxiliary Services • Office of Business Services • Faculty Senate • Educational Policy Committee BARNES AND NOBLE CORPORATION EDUCATION FOUNDATION SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE PLANNING GROUP FOR THE 2025 INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE FOR TEACHING, STUDENT SUCCESS, AND BELONGING WORKSHOP Pedagogical, logistical, and technical support for this workshop was provided by the Distance Education staff in Lehigh’s Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL). The Office of Distance Education provides professional special event productions for academic and non-academic programs across the University and external clients. The dedicated team provides technical support and works collaboratively to meet the technical needs for a successful event. The CITL is directed by Judd Hark. CITL-DE staff include Marcie Sohara, Jason Spiegel, John Santamaria, Noel Kratzer, Bryan Pitkin, James Secrest, Nate Righi, and Matthew Romero. SPECIAL THANK YOU STAFF SUPPORT: Christine Lake, Administrative Director, Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Tess Gillespie, Executive Assistant, Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
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GUIDELINES FOR EFFECTIVE CROSS-CULTURAL DIALOGUE TRY ON: Helps create a safe learning environment in which to try on new ideas as well as model accepting behavior. IT’S OKAY TO DISAGREE: Across cultural differences, we sometimes will see things differently. That is to be expected. Honoring our differences supports open dialogue. IT’S NOT OKAY TO ATTACK, BLAME OR SHAME SELF OR OTHERS: Accept others where they are and remain open to the possibility for new learnings and growth. Attacking, blaming and shaming can shut down meaningful dialogue. PRACTICE SELF FOCUS: Speak for yourself (e.g. I think, I feel, I believe, This is my experience). Speaking for yourself allows others to get to know you better. PRACTICE “BOTH/AND” THINKING (RATHER THAN “EITHER/OR” THINKING): Develop the skill of holding two competing thoughts. Both might be true. “I want to go to class AND I want to go to the movies.” Practice using “And” rather than “But” in your dialogue with self and others. NOTICE PROCESS AND CONTENT: Process is “how” we engage. Content is “what” we engage about. Both are important. BE AWARE OF INTENT AND IMPACT: The impact of your words and/or behavior might be different from your intent. Everyone makes mistakes. Develop the skill of acknowledging your impact. MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY: Share your story/experiences and not those of others unless you have permission. Maintaining confidentiality helps to build trust and more open dialogue. © VISIONS, Inc. (Vigorous InterventionS In Ongoing Natural Settings). Used with permission.
PRINCIPLES OF OUR EQUITABLE COMMUNITY Lehigh University is first and foremost an educational institution, committed to developing the future leaders of our changing global society. Every member of our community has a personal responsibility to acknowledge and practice the following basic principles: We affirm the inherent dignity in all of us, and we maintain an inclusive and equitable community. We recognize and celebrate the richness contributed to our lives by our diverse community. We promote mutual understanding among the members of our community. We confront and reject discrimination in all its forms, including that based on age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economics, veteran status, or any differences that have been excuses for misunderstanding, dissension, or hatred. We affirm academic freedom within our community and uphold our commitment to the highest standards of respect, civility, courtesy, and sensitivity toward every individual. We recognize each person’s right to think and speak as dictated by personal belief and to respectfully disagree with or counter another’s point of view. We promote open expression of our individuality and our differences within the bounds of University policies. We acknowledge each person’s obligation to the community of which we have chosen to be a part. We take pride in building and maintaining a culture that is founded on these principles of unity and respect. Please visit www.lehigh.edu.edu/diversity to see the principles of our equitable community in Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, and Spanish.
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