Past Events and Programs

The Basics of an Inclusive Hybrid Course (New)

How can we include all students in our hybrid classes, so they feel valued and have a sense of belonging? Join this 1-hour workshop to learn ways in which we can use inclusive designed teaching practices to remove obstacles and provide equitable chances for success. You will take away helpful tips to apply immediately to ...

The Differences between Hybrid and Blended Learning (New)

Join us and learn about differences between hybrid learning and blended learning. This offering will focus on the different hybrid learning models, the benefits of each for students and faculty, and challenges of each that we need to be aware of as we transition. You will take away helpful tips to achieve your learning outcomes ...

The Future is Now: Reflecting on Successes and Challenges of Hybrid Modalities

Have you been teaching in a hybrid modality and feel like you have strategies to share? Are you moving to hybrid teaching and wondering how to get started? Have you struggled moving from one hybrid modality to another? Join us for a discussion, brainstorming, and problem-solving session focused on teaching in various hybrid modalities. In ...

The Importance of Course Design – Spring 2022

The faculty in this workshop winter quarter encouraged us to offer it again so more of their colleagues could participate. So, now is your chance! The last two years with remote instruction have challenged how we, as instructors, teach effectively. In the beginning of the pandemic, we scrambled to post our entire courses online as ...

The Meaning of Mentoring— Discussion Group for Faculty and Staff

Have you wondered what it would be like to either be a mentor or have a mentor? Have you wanted to increase your understanding and skills in mentoring to develop personally and professionally? Facilitated by experienced faculty mentors Jill Lustig, Nancy Lane, and Archana Alwar, this hybrid workshop for faculty and staff meets online and two times face-to-face to discuss the nuances, ...

The Ministry for the Future

With so little progress being made to address the climate crisis and with no shortage of post-apocalyptic visions in film, television, and literature, where can we find the hope necessary to imagine a future where our society actually overcomes the climate crisis? Kim Stanley Robinson's latest novel The Ministry for the Future attempts to fill ...

The Power of Storytelling

Storytelling is the oldest form of education. It's a powerful way we connect and make sense of our world. Join Margaret Nichols, a career counselor in the Center for Career Connections, to create your story to connect with your students, colleagues, or others. In this 2-session workshop, we will...       Refresh, relax and ...

The Sum of Us – Book Discussion – Winter 2023

What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together (New) We invite you to read and discuss Heather McGhee's book, The Sum of Us, which outlines what she has named the Solidarity Dividend. Our country was built on the belief that for one person to win, another must lose. In other words, there is ...

Transparent and Relevant Assessment

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 ...

Unemployment Insurance Benefits

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. Open to BCAHE members. Friday, March 10, 10-11 a.m. (next one coming up June 9, 10-11 a.m.) Join Zoom Meeting: ...