Past Events and Programs

How You Say It – Book Club- Spring

Of the many facets that shape our social identity, one important element is overlooked in many difficult conversations. It is speech. In her new book How You Say It, psychology professor Katherine Kinzler argues that “we are forever marked by our native tongue—and are hardwired to prejudge others by theirs, often with serious consequences. Your accent alone ...

Iftar Celebration

Please join us to learn about the meaning and practices of Ramadan with Culturally Responsive Practices Lead, Ahmad Ghashmari. We will then enjoy traditional Middle Eastern food to break the fast.

Implementing Positive Psychology in the Classroom

Join us as we delve into Martin E.P. Seligman’s exciting book Flourish, which turns the medical model of psychology on its head by focusing on amplifying well-being as opposed to the disease model of relieving suffering. We’ll examine the research behind the PERMA model, which identifies five areas that are important to human flourishing – positive ...

Improve Student Learning with AI (Updated!)

Join us for a dynamic 90-minute workshop designed for instructors looking to explore new ways to integrate AI into your classrooms to enhance student learning, boost engagement, and foster inclusivity. In this session, we will:  Explore the potential uses of AI for students. Engage in discussions aimed at improving students’ overall learning experience through the ...

Inclusive Practices for Your Virtual Class -Spring

How can we include all students in our virtual classes, so they feel valued and have a sense of belonging? Join this presentation to learn ways in which we can remove obstacles and provide equitable chances for success. You will take away helpful tips to make your online class meaningful to all your students. This ...

Incorporate Climate Justice Into Your Teaching

Not up for a full-length Climate Justice Faculty Learning Community (FLC) and only want to explore climate justice a little bit? Or do you want to complete the entire FLC experience by creating and teaching a climate justice lesson in one of your courses sometime this academic year? Have a good handle on climate justice, ...

Increasing Student Success In Virtual Learning Through Innovative Course Design

Join faculty from the Communication Studies Department as we will discuss how to successfully implement innovative design and delivery approaches that promote student success and increase course completion in virtual courses. Strategies explored in this interactive presentation include student-centered learning, instructor presence, early intervention, gracious space, and guided reflection of instructor feedback. Time will be ...

Indoor Gardening – Spring

Are you as excited about our PNW spring as I am? Welcome spring naturally with an indoor garden. Join me as we explore varied ways you can bring the outdoors inside and increase your mental and physical health. This seminar will cover affordable planting systems and the best plants for your indoor food crops. I ...

Infusing Critical Thinking: A review of Texts – Spring 2022

Critical thinking is a hot topic at Bellevue College right now! As well it should be. About 13% of courses on campus claim critical thinking as a General Education (Gen Ed) outcome. This workshop is designed for all instructors interested in infusing critical thinking into their curriculum, and we hope that those who are teaching courses with ...

Instructor’s Presence: Strategies to increase instructor presence in online classes – Winter 2022

Join this session early in the quarter to start off with a solid plan for engaging with your students in your online courses. Learn practical ways to be present and interact regularly and successfully with your students. This offering will focus on the challenges of online learning, strategies to support our most underrepresented students, ways to make it ...