Through weekly discussion of lê thị diễm thúy's novel “The Gangster We Are All Looking For,” we will explore a range of topics, including but not limited to the immigrant/refugee experience, trauma/PTSD, family dynamics, and the barriers faced in education, work, and stability by immigrant/refugee communities. Engaging in such discussions will provide faculty and staff ...more about The Gangster We Are All Looking For: Lessons from a Young Vietnamese Refugee (NEW)
Join Tiara Carlson and Claire McKinley for our Equity Reads book club this spring! Disability Visibility is a collection of short stories from people with varying life experiences, perspectives, and disabilities. These stories are about people, living their lives and sharing their experiences from their point of view, maybe not expecting to change the world ...more about Equity Reads: Disability Visibility—NEW!
This course is the culmination of four years of hard work by members of the Faculty Commons, the Achieving the Dream Faculty PD Committee, and multiple partners across campus. Over 100 faculty and staff have either developed or reviewed this course, and our goal is to eventually have it become a regular part of new ...more about Introduction to Culturally Responsive Instruction
This workshop is part of the Developing Instructor Academy. As instructors, we all realize the importance of assessment when it comes to student learning and success. Have we considered, though, the purpose and impact of the traditional grading system, and considered alternatives? Do we take the time to make sure we are assessing what students ...more about Transparent and Relevant Assessment
Join in for a rotating variety of fluid stretches, mindful movement and mobility, workplace posture and stress reduction. Choose one 30-minute window or stay for the full hour, and you'll see a boost to your body and mood. We will focus on Flexibility, Functional Movement and Safe Form so you can take realistic steps to ...more about NoonFit: Flex, Function & Form
Each workout we will incorporate a mix of cardio intervals, strength training, and functional movement exercises while enjoying the social boost of working out together. We gain many exercise benefits, including improved bone density, increased metabolism, muscle toning, heart health, improved posture and balance, and reduced risk of injury while providing mental and emotional benefits ...more about Mighty Morning Fitness
If you are an adjunct faculty, you may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits at the end of the quarter! Come to this workshop to determine your eligibility and learn how to file for benefits. Come to this workshop to determine your eligibility and learn how to file for benefits. Open to BCAHE members. Thursday, ...more about Unemployment Insurance Benefits
This winter, join Cheryl Engstrom, Marketing Faculty, in this brand-new workshop designed to provide you with the tools to write effective messages, emails, and announcements. Learn to write stronger, not longer, to create more powerful everyday business communications to faculty, staff, and students. We will be reviewing and implementing techniques from the art of public ...more about Harnessing the Power of Words in Everyday Communication
