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New Faculty Essentials, April 19, 2024

New Faculty Essentials, April 19, 2024

Office of Engagement and Community Affairs & the Community Engagement Centers

  • Discover Pitt's Office of Engagement and Community Affairs (ECA), a central hub fostering effective collaborations between communities, leaders, faculty, staff, and students. ECA leads Pitt's commitments in key neighborhoods through designated listening and amplifying regional impact.
  • Explore the Community Engagement Centers (CECs) in Homewood and the Hill District, which are vibrant spaces supporting community partnerships and enriching student experiences.
  • Reach out to learn more and explore partnership opportunities!

Teaching Center Update For Dec. 8, 2023

Teaching Center Update for Dec. 8, 2023

Therapy Animals During Finals
Therapets will be on hand in the Testing Center (G-35, Cathedral of Learning) with a mix of therapy dogs, cats, and bunnies during finals week. Animals will visit at the following days and times:

  • Dec. 11: 11 a.m.-Noon
  • Dec. 12: 10-11 a.m.
  • Dec. 13: 1-2 p.m.
  • Dec. 15: 11 a.m.-Noon

A Reflection on the Benefits of Effective Classroom Communication

In a university setting, there are many factors that go into creating a successful classroom environment. These factors vary, depending on what is most necessary for the particular course. A student's perspective from an article originally published in the University Times.
Teaching Center Update For Nov. 17, 2023

Teaching Center Update for Nov. 17, 2023

Academic Calendar: Important Dates
As we approach Thanksgiving recess, finals week, and the end of fall term, here are some important dates to be aware of on Pitt's academic calendar.

  • Nov. 20-Dec. 10: Teaching survey period
  • Nov. 19-26: Thanksgiving Recess for students (no classes), all schools
  • Nov. 23-24: Thanksgiving Recess for faculty and staff (University closed)
  • Nov. 27: Classes resume (all schools)

New Faculty Essentials, Nov. 15, 2023

New Faculty Essentials, Nov. 15, 2023

The Year of Discourse and Dialogue
Earlier this year, the Office of the Provost announced that 2023 would be the Year of Discourse and Dialogue. Higher education has been at a forefront of engagement around respecting divergent viewpoints and giving a space to those viewpoints for expression. At Pitt, we seek to uphold the principles of protected speech and expression because it lies at the heart of open inquiry and academic discourse. The Year of Discourse and Dialogue Steering Committee invites Pitt students, staff, and faculty to submit proposals that advance learning, research, engagement, and/or practice around discourse and dialogue. Proposals are eligible for up to $5,000 in funding and you can view examples of examples of previously funded projects online.

OMET: End-of-term Teaching Surveys

The Office of Measurement and Evaluation of Teaching (OMET) administers end-of-term student opinion of teaching surveys for all classes. The OMET survey service is designed to assist schools and departments…

Syllabus Checklist Copy

The Syllabus Checklist is a comprehensive collection of information that will help you create or revise your syllabus as you prepare for the upcoming semester.

Adding Questions to Your Teaching Survey

As an instructor, you may add questions to your survey. If you are teaching more than one class, you may copy questions selected for one course for use in another course. Read more about your options and how to add question.
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