Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

Our Middle States Self-Study highlighted the excellent work our programs are doing to assess student learning outcomes. We also recognize that some programs wish to further develop their assessment plans, but need additional resources to explore new assessment methods. To address this need, we developed the Assessment Advancement Grants program and today, I am delighted to announce the recipients of the 2024 application phase:

These projects were selected for their potential to enhance their assessment strategies, ensuring that we continue to provide the high quality of education and student experience that we are committed to at our institution.

Congratulations to the winners! We look forward to seeing the positive impact of their innovative work.

Sincerely,
Katia

After nine days of interactive learning, student teams from The Summer Entrepreneurship Institute will pitch their product or service in a trade show style format during the final showcase on Friday, July 26 at 1 p.m. in Bethany Hall. All are invited to attend and cast their vote for the winning teams, who will receive cash prizes. Light refreshments will be served. Please register to attend.  

Faculty who intend on applying for sabbatical should submit the Sabbatical Acknowledgement Form by Monday, August 12, 2024. The workflow will be launched on or before August 26, 2024.

Apply for the Academies and Idea Hall programs to receive 1-2 years of seed funding to jumpstart new and innovative ideas. The Academies support faculty in developing interdisciplinary curricula, pursuing interdisciplinary scholarship, or pursuing projects that align with university goals, such as enhancing diversity and inclusion, increasing grant submissions, and expanding graduate programs. The Idea Hall initiative offers funding for administrators and staff to propose collaborative projects that span across multiple divisions (e.g., Finance and Academic Affairs; or Student Services and Athletics). By cultivating cross-divisional partnerships, this initiative hopes to promote innovative ideas that improve student retention, optimize use of facilities, and integrate service learning into the student experience. Visit our Innovation Hub for more details, or contact Sona Patel at innovation@shu.edu if you have any questions or would like to consult about your application.

Follow the CFD blog to find out about upcoming events and initiatives. We also welcome your suggestions for workshops, speakers, and other events.

Writing Center - Summer Hours and Schedule
Open July 1 through July 24, Mondays through Thursdays from 3 – 6 p.m.
Peer tutors and experienced professional tutors are available to review any writing that is brought from summer courses or doctoral theses. Staff and faculty are welcome to avail themselves of the services.  Please make your appointments from COMPASS for online tutoring on Microsoft Teams. For more information, visit the Writing Center’s website or contact the Center’s Director Arundhati Sanyal via email.

Please complete the CFD annual survey, if you have not yet done so.

New ID:
Has your ID card been updated? If not, schedule an appointment with the ID office in Duffy Hall. An updated ID is needed for access to UC 201, the Faculty Lounge, among other campus spaces.

Calls for Participants

University Teaching Fellows Program

Seminar on Contemplative Pedagogy and AI

Mission Partners Program, 2024-25

Coming soon: Application information for the next faculty ACUE cohort.

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Have you missed a recent CFD event? If so, you can find recordings here.

Explore New Features in Canvas
Canvas Announcements and Discussions have been updated with a new design and enhanced features, including @mentions, role labels, flexible viewing options, and more! Watch the Canvas Discussions redesign video for a comprehensive overview of the changes, and check out our how-to article to make the most of these new features in your courses.

New Additions to the AI Resource Center
As you prepare for the fall semester, check out the latest updates in our dynamic AI Resource Center. In addition to information on the latest GenAI tools and AI detection tools, the center now provides adaptable examples of syllabus statements on the use of AI in your courses. These examples reflect varied stances on student use of AI to complete coursework. Visit the AI Resource Center.

Catch up on the Latest Adobe Digital Literacy Café Series
Adobe's Digital Literacy Cafés are now available on-demand. These sessions explore the latest perspectives on emerging technology trends from next-generation innovators, including new approaches to teaching and learning, students' perspectives and coursework, and the evolution of Generative AI, digital skills, and more! Watch now.

RSVP for Faculty Convocation on Friday, September 20
Each year, the University welcomes its new faculty and recognizes faculty being honored for promotions and tenure. This year, Faculty Convocation will take place on Friday, September 20 at 4 p.m. in the University Center’s Event Room. A reception will follow immediately afterward in Bethany Hall. If you haven’t already, please RSVP using this form and save the date on your calendar.