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SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-11-16/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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SUMMARY:Accessibility Support Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the accessibility of your instructional materials that have been brewing ☕️? Bring them to an Accessibility Support Session. You’ll get to work through accessibility challenges\, explore helpful resources\, and get guidance. Plus\, you’ll get to enjoy coffee and cookies. \nWith the Spring Term and the Accessibility 2027 deadline\, this is a perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and make your Spring 2027 courses accessible from the start. \nThere are two ways to join us:\nOption 1: Drop In – No Registration Required!\nStop by during any of our drop-in hours to ask questions and get help with your accessibility concerns. Drop-in support will available on a first-come first-serve basis. \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocation\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 1712–2 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240\n\n\n	Nov. 189–11 a.m.Hammond - CLO 214\n\n\n	Dec. 211 a.m.–1 p.m.Westville - LSF 056\n\n\n\n\n\nOption 2: Reserve a 15-minute Accessibility Coffee Chat\nSchedule a 15-minute accessibility coffee chat with the CFE’s Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, Melissa Maldonado for personalized guidance on the accessibility of your instructional materials. Appointments are available during the following days/times: \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocationRegistration\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 172–3 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240Register here for a November 17 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Nov. 1811 a.m.–12 p.m.Hammond - CLO 214Register here for a November 18 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Dec. 21–2 p.m.Westville - LSF 056Register here for a December 2 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: December 1\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll bring the accessibility support\, coffee and cookies. You bring: \n\nAny burning accessibility questions and digital course materials you’d like help with\nYour Laptop\n\nUnable to bring a laptop or unavailable during the Accessibility Support Sessions? Schedule a consultation with Melissa Maldonado\, Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, through her Bookings Link. \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/accessibility_support_sessions/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T090000
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SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000
DTSTAMP:20261029T164956Z
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SUMMARY:Accessibility Support Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the accessibility of your instructional materials that have been brewing ☕️? Bring them to an Accessibility Support Session. You’ll get to work through accessibility challenges\, explore helpful resources\, and get guidance. Plus\, you’ll get to enjoy coffee and cookies. \nWith the Spring Term and the Accessibility 2027 deadline\, this is a perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and make your Spring 2027 courses accessible from the start. \nThere are two ways to join us:\nOption 1: Drop In – No Registration Required!\nStop by during any of our drop-in hours to ask questions and get help with your accessibility concerns. Drop-in support will available on a first-come first-serve basis. \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocation\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 1712–2 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240\n\n\n	Nov. 189–11 a.m.Hammond - CLO 214\n\n\n	Dec. 211 a.m.–1 p.m.Westville - LSF 056\n\n\n\n\n\nOption 2: Reserve a 15-minute Accessibility Coffee Chat\nSchedule a 15-minute accessibility coffee chat with the CFE’s Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, Melissa Maldonado for personalized guidance on the accessibility of your instructional materials. Appointments are available during the following days/times: \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocationRegistration\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 172–3 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240Register here for a November 17 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Nov. 1811 a.m.–12 p.m.Hammond - CLO 214Register here for a November 18 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Dec. 21–2 p.m.Westville - LSF 056Register here for a December 2 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: December 1\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll bring the accessibility support\, coffee and cookies. You bring: \n\nAny burning accessibility questions and digital course materials you’d like help with\nYour Laptop\n\nUnable to bring a laptop or unavailable during the Accessibility Support Sessions? Schedule a consultation with Melissa Maldonado\, Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, through her Bookings Link. \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/accessibility_support_sessions/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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SUMMARY:Exploring AI
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TO ATTEND \nTOPIC: Agentic AI and Collaborating with AI\nIn this presentation\, Dr. Mark Mabrito\, AI Faculty Fellow\, will discuss working with agentic AI. Participants will explore Comet (Perplexity’s free agentic browser)\, Claude Cowork\, and Gemini Canvas. \nLocation\nVirtual via Zoom. Register for connection information. \nAudience\nMeetings are open to all PNW faculty and staff.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/exploring-ai-9/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
LOCATION:https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/95699730676?pwd=XeIGaW2LzRtUJLzwasyUCIFRN9k7f4.1
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SUMMARY:Writing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Writing Retreat provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a research goal. There will be no planned programming\, instead it will be a time for you to focus on your research/writing goals and hopefully be very productive! \nLocation\nThe Writing Retreat will be held virtually via Zoom. \nLink information will be sent through Outlook calendar appointments for participants registered in the Research Productivity Program. If you are not in the Research Productivity Program and would like to attend the Writing Retreat please contact the Center for Faculty Excellence via email at cfe@pnw.edu. \nAudience\nOpen to all faculty.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/writing-retreat-5/2026-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261130T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T135011Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring AI
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TO ATTEND \nTOPIC: AI for Guided Student Learning\nIn this presentation\, Dr. Mark Mabrito\, AI Faculty Fellow\, will explore how to use Claude\, Gemini\, and Perplexity to create personalized learning experiences for students. \nLocation\nVirtual via Zoom. Register for connection information. \nAudience\nMeetings are open to all PNW faculty and staff.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/exploring-ai-10/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T140000
DTSTAMP:20261029T164956Z
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UID:10002815-1796209200-1796220000@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Accessibility Support Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the accessibility of your instructional materials that have been brewing ☕️? Bring them to an Accessibility Support Session. You’ll get to work through accessibility challenges\, explore helpful resources\, and get guidance. Plus\, you’ll get to enjoy coffee and cookies. \nWith the Spring Term and the Accessibility 2027 deadline\, this is a perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and make your Spring 2027 courses accessible from the start. \nThere are two ways to join us:\nOption 1: Drop In – No Registration Required!\nStop by during any of our drop-in hours to ask questions and get help with your accessibility concerns. Drop-in support will available on a first-come first-serve basis. \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocation\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 1712–2 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240\n\n\n	Nov. 189–11 a.m.Hammond - CLO 214\n\n\n	Dec. 211 a.m.–1 p.m.Westville - LSF 056\n\n\n\n\n\nOption 2: Reserve a 15-minute Accessibility Coffee Chat\nSchedule a 15-minute accessibility coffee chat with the CFE’s Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, Melissa Maldonado for personalized guidance on the accessibility of your instructional materials. Appointments are available during the following days/times: \n\n\n\n\n\n	DateTimeLocationRegistration\n\n\n\n\n	Nov. 172–3 p.m.Hammond - NILS 240Register here for a November 17 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Nov. 1811 a.m.–12 p.m.Hammond - CLO 214Register here for a November 18 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: November 16\n\n\n	Dec. 21–2 p.m.Westville - LSF 056Register here for a December 2 Coffee Chat\nRegistration Deadline: December 1\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll bring the accessibility support\, coffee and cookies. You bring: \n\nAny burning accessibility questions and digital course materials you’d like help with\nYour Laptop\n\nUnable to bring a laptop or unavailable during the Accessibility Support Sessions? Schedule a consultation with Melissa Maldonado\, Instructional Accessibility Specialist\, through her Bookings Link. \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/accessibility_support_sessions/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T145725Z
CREATED:20260826T145043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T145725Z
UID:10002792-1796288400-1796295600@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T140000
DTSTAMP:20261008T194607Z
CREATED:20260805T190020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T194607Z
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SUMMARY:Mastering Grading in Brightspace Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Take the Stress Out of Semester Grading: Join the Brightspace Grading Series!  \nAre you looking to streamline your grading workflow\, design a more transparent gradebook\, or finally master the end-of-semester grade submission process? Join us for Mastering Grading in Brightspace\, a timely 3-part training series designed to support you at every critical phase of the semester.  \nWhether you are a seasoned instructor or new to the LMS\, these sessions offer practical\, step-by-step guidance to save you time and prevent grading headaches.  \nPart 3: Wrapping Up – Final Grades & Banner Integration\nFinish strong. Learn how to run a pre-finals gradebook audit\, calculate final adjusted grades\, release final scores to students\, and successfully export your grades directly from Brightspace to Banner without the manual data entry. \nDon’t wait until final grades are due to figure out your gradebook! Register for one\, two\, or all three sessions to build a smooth\, efficient\, and error-free grading cycle this Fall.   \nCLICK REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION \nEven if the day and time do not work with your schedule\, still register so that you can receive a recording of the session.   \nIn case you missed it \n8/20/26 Part 1: Setting the Stage – Foundations of Brightspace Grading Recording \n10/8/26 Part 2: Staying on Track – Mid-Semester Maintenance – Recording \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/mastering-grading-in-brightspace-3/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T145725Z
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UID:10002793-1796634000-1796641200@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T145725Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T145725Z
UID:10002794-1796727600-1796734800@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Work Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to set aside time to work on your research? Or do you have other work you need to complete? Perhaps completing a task for a research project\, grading\, recording/creating course content\, reading? Would having some focused time to work on it help? \nIf so\, sign-up to participate in the Work Sprint! A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. \nLocation\nWork Sprints will be held via Zoom. Zoom information will be shared via Outlook calendar for those who are registered in the Research Productivity Program. \nIf you are not a registered participant in the Research Productivity Program\, and would like to register for the Work Sprint please email the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu with your request. \nAudience\nAll faculty are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/work-sprint/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270416T133000
DTSTAMP:20261006T192351Z
CREATED:20261006T192351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T192351Z
UID:10002810-1807869600-1807882200@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Celebrating Excellence: SAVE THE DATE
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\nJoin your colleagues for a day of sharing ideas\, building community\, and celebrating excellent teaching at PNW! \nAgenda\nThe agenda is currently under development. Come back for more details! \nLocation\nAlumni Hall (SULB 360)\, Hammond campus \nAudience\nAll faculty and instructors are invited to attend.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/celebrating-excellence-save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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