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You don't have to face those end-of-semester tasks alone! Join us for a writing and grading retreat here in the Faculty Hub on Tuesday, December 12. We'll provide all participants with lunch, seasonal goodies, and beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and more) all day long. Come on by, and get cozy. Stay for any amount of time that works for you between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sign up here and keep reading for other opportunities. |
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Call for Applications: IP3
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We are excited to announce the call for applications for a spring cohort of participants for our new program: The Inclusive Pedagogy Partnership Program (IP3). This program pairs students and faculty (or instructional staff) together for a semester-long partnership experience focused on the implementation of principles of inclusive pedagogy. The application deadline is Monday, December 18. If you have questions, please contact Kylie Korsnack. |
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Pushing the Boundaries of Traditional Scholarship with Generative AI
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Join us on Thursday, December 14 for a series of events that will offer a deep dive into the transformative power of generative AI and its potential to reshape academic scholarship. The series kicks off with an “Introduction to Generative AI” which is ideal for newcomers as a way to prepare for the subsequent sessions. If you’re already familiar with these tools, you can skip the introduction and head directly to the sessions on using Generative AI in writing, research, and other tasks. We invite you to choose the sessions that match your needs the most:
9:00 to 10:15 a.m.
Introduction to Generative AI
Dive into the world of generative AI with an introductory session designed for both beginners and those seeking a refresher. Understand the basics of AI's capabilities and its emerging role in the academic landscape.
10:30 to 11:20 a.m.
Finding a Role for Generative AI in Your Writing Workflow
Explore how generative AI can become a pivotal part of your writing process, enhancing creativity and efficiency. Learn to leverage AI for drafting, editing, and refining your academic manuscripts.
11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
Supercharge Your Research With a Hundred Research Assistants (Lunch Provided)
Experience the efficiency of employing generative AI as if you had an army of research assistants at your disposal. This session will show you how to accelerate literature reviews and data analysis, complete with a lunch break to network and discuss insights.
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Hands-On Workshop for Matching Generative AI Tools with Your Specific Needs
Conclude the workshop with a practical hands-on workshop to help you identify the right AI tools that fit your unique research needs. Personalize your academic toolkit with AI technologies that can elevate your research productivity to new levels.
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Faculty Hub Conversation: Adjuncts
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Are you an adjunct professor in A&S, RSB, Jepson, Law, or SPCS? Would you like an opportunity to ask questions, build community, and connect with faculty in similar instructional roles from across campus? If so, please join Kylie Korsnack (Faculty Hub) and Carol Wittig (Library/SPCS) on Thursday, December 7, from 12 to 12:45 p.m. on Zoom.
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If you are unable to attend any of the AI sessions in December, you are in luck! On Wednesday, January 4, please join us for the Pedagogy and Generative AI Faculty Exchange. Come for one session or stay for all three. Sign up here!
10:00 to 11:15 a.m.: Introduction to Generative AI
11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Faculty Panel Lunch
1:30 to 3:00 p.m.: Hands-On Training with ChatGPT (GPT-4), Claude.AI, and Adobe's Firefly
Please also save the date for the following upcoming events:
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How to Publish a Book From Your Dissertation
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This free webinar on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 1 p.m.
with Laura Portwood-Stacer, author of
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Mid-Career Faculty Summit
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Once you earned tenure or reached a particular career goal, did you ask yourself, “what's next?” Reaching a milestone in your career is a wonderful achievement and opens up new possibilities, just as reaching the summit of a mountain yields new views. UR’s third annual Mid-Career Faculty Summit, on Friday, January 26, is a one-day professional development opportunity for mid-career faculty to explore their unique challenges and how to enhance the ability to navigate career progression in a supportive and collegial environment. Please note that the date was changed from December to accommodate additional faculty.
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Ending Strong: Considerations for Your Last Day of Class
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We talk a lot about the first day of class. What about the last day? Regan A. R. Gurung, Associate Vice Provost and Executive Director for the Center for Teaching and Learning at Oregon State University, shares tips on orchestrating a great last day.
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We are always looking for new and exciting projects and collaborations. Feel free to contact us.
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