Creating Equitable Learning Experiences: An Introduction to the Enacting Equity Course Review Tool
Who succeeds in Harper courses and why? What can an instructor do to improve student outcomes? This workshop presents opportunities for instructors to implement more equitable practices using the Enacting Equity in Courses tool. Under the guidance of instructors and Academy staff, participants will review institutional data and consider areas for improvement in their own courses.
Faculty who complete an equity course review are eligible to receive a stipend.
This session will take place in person with an option to participate virtually. Refreshments will be provided for in-person participants.
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Library Updates
Create in the Library's Make Shop
Building a positive classroom culture can be tough, especially given the anxiety and stress that has come about from the effects of COVID-19 pandemic. Bring your class to the Library’s makerspace (called The Make Shop), and encourage your students to build relationships with each other while also completing their course work. Learn more...
Time to Request Library Instruction
Would you like support for your students doing a research assignment, or do you just want your students to get a brief introduction to the resources and services the Library offers? Request library instruction today! We offer options online and on campus, and we offer everything from a quick orientation to in-depth research support. Find more details and a link to our Instructional Request Form on our Library and Information Literacy Instruction page. If you have questions or want to find out more about how we can help, email Jennifer Lau-Bond, Coordinator of Library Instruction.
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2022 Diversity Symposium: October 21
Register now for the 2022 Diversity Symposium, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Friday, October 21, Wojcik Conference Center (Building W). This year’s theme is Understanding Systemic Racism: Past, Present and Making it Personal. A continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Register by October 10.
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The Jack Kerouac Centenary Conference at Harper College
The Cultural Arts Committee presents The Beat Studies Association Conference: The Jack Kerouac Centenary on November 3. This conference is in honor of the writer Jack Kerouac (1922-1969) in this year of his centenary. Six distinguished Kerouac scholars and the head of the Kerouac Estate will give lectures on the continuing ways Kerouac is relevant to the contemporary literary landscape. In addition, there will be three panels chaired by major Kerouac scholars in which instructors and graduate students will deliver academic papers about various aspects of Kerouac’s work and legacy. Free admission for the Harper College community.
For further information please email Dr. Kurt Hemmer, English Professor and Cultural Arts Committee Chair.
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Equity Teaching Academy: Examine for Equity
“Examine for Equity” is the first course in the Equity Teaching Academy series. This graduate equivalency course (GEC) invites participants to examine their individual and institutional contexts to generate deeper awareness of issues related to educational inequities. The course is taught by a lead faculty member from the College of Education at Illinois State University, Dr. Pamela Twyman Hoff, and assisted by a facilitation team of Harper faculty who helped to refine the curriculum.
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Academy & Blackboard Support: How to Get Help
The Academy team is available on campus for drop-in support in Building F, Room F317, as well as available for remote support.
Not sure what to ask or where to start? We’re here for you! Just fill out the Academy Request Form, and an Academy team member will follow-up with you.
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Did you recently attend a professional development session focused on Interculturally-Competent Classroom Practices? If so, don't forget to report your participation. Please use the link above to let the Teaching and Learning Strategic Goal Team know about a professional development experience which relates to intercultural competent classroom practices.
The Institutional Effectiveness Measures (IEM) dashboard is now available for faculty and staff to review and explore. The IEM dashboard provides data on the college’s 16 measures, including overall targets, gap targets, and peer data where available. Learn more using the link above.
Use the links below to view important deadline and due dates from the Registrar's Office:
Supporting well-being on campus and beyond often consists of small things that can be done inside and outside of the classroom, which can truly help students not just survive college, but thrive. Use the link above to view an infographic with seven actions that faculty members can take to contribute to student mental health and wellness.
Safety is about being aware and prepared so we can work together to keep Harper a safe place to work and learn.
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Familiarize yourself with the Harper College Emergency Procedures before you need them.
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Watch this video that highlights both the emergency procedures and safety resources on campus.
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Report suspicious activity to the Harper College Police, 847.925.6330, TTY Mobile/Text: 847.350.1093, or call 911 in case of emergency. You can also report non-emergency concerning behaviors to the Harper Early Alert Team (HEAT).
Options are available for all faculty and staff, including on-campus and off-campus projects. Volunteer as a team or individually. Get involved and check out all of the volunteer opportunities using the link above. Questions? Contact Amie Granger, Community Relations Manager. Also, make sure to take photos of your community service so we can share your hard work with the Harper community!
Are you interested in serving on a Strategic Plan goal team? If so, several teams are looking for members. The teams inviting new members include: Core Values, Equity, Partnerships, and Teaching & Learning. To learn more, contact strategicplanning@harpercollege.edu.
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Last Chance to Register for the September 30 Conference
Shared by the Learning Assessment Committee
Join us for the 14th Annual Assessment Conference and Share Fair. Dr. Natasha Jankowski will be presenting the keynote session, “Reset to Re-engage” along with a workshop. This is a professional development opportunity and attendees can earn up to 0.4 CEUs.
Earn raffle tickets by visiting the poster session, keynote, and other breakout sessions. Prizes include a one-month membership to the Fitness Center, therapeutic massages, an electric toothbrush, Fire tablet, and more! View the agenda; join us for one or more sessions.
Date: Friday, September 30
Time: 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Wojcik Conference Center
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Congratulations, Level II Adjunct Faculty!
Congratulations to the 2022 cohort of Level II Adjunct Faculty! These faculty members completed the Reflective Educator Graduate Equivalency Course during the summer semester and developed a comprehensive ePortfolio documenting their reflective practices, college service, and professional development that was reviewed by a committee of peers.
A total of 11 adjunct faculty were awarded the Level II designation in this cohort, representing six divisions and nine departments.
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"Is It Time to Redefine Class Participation?"
From The Chronicle of Higher Education, this Teaching newsletter entry by Beth McMurtrie shares one faculty member’s simple updates to class participation expectations. The naming and definition of the term “participation” as well as how it shows up in grading are discussed. For some new ideas to try, read through the article, as well as access additional resources.
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Upcoming Professional Development Credit Opportunities |
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September 30, 8 a.m. (CEUs: up to 0.4)
October 3 - October 16 (GECs: 1) registration closed
October 18 - November 22 (GECs: 3) register by: October 4
October 19, 9:30 a.m. (CEUs: 0.2)
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Academy for Teaching Excellence | 847.925.6174 | Building F, Room F317
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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The mission of the Academy for Teaching Excellence is to create a vibrant teaching and learning culture for full-time and adjunct faculty that cultivates professional development in support of student success. |
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Accessibility: Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation or who have questions about physical access may contact the event host or Access and Disability Services at ads@harpercollege.edu, 847.925.6266, at least two weeks in advance of the event date.
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Harper College enriches its diverse communities by providing quality, affordable, and accessible education. Harper College, in collaboration with its partners, inspires the transformation of individual lives, the workforce, and society. |
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