Professional Development & Workshops
Faculty Development Workshops
The Center will offer regular professional development opportunities for faculty interested in integrating AI tools and concepts into their teaching and research. These hands-on workshops offer practical training alongside critical frameworks for understanding the implications of AI.
Fall 2025 Workshop Series: these workshops will be offered via Zoom and recordings will be posted after.
- “AI Tools: Deep Research,” on September 16, 2025, at Noon via Zoom (link available to faculty on the Center for Teaching calendar)
- “PlayLab.ai,” on September 30, 2025, at Noon via Zoom
- “Creating GPTs and Gems,” on October 28, 2025, at Noon via Zoom
- “NotebookLM,” on November 11, 2025, at Noon via Zoom
Recordings from past workshops
Deep Research – recorded on September 16, 2025
PlayLab.ai – recorded on September 30, 2025
Upcoming Workshop Topics Include:
- AI Tools for Research and Analysis
- Integrating AI Ethics into Curriculum
- Using AI for Creative and Critical Pedagogy
- Understanding Large Language Models
- AI in Discipline-Specific Applications
Student Skill-Building Sessions
Students can participate in workshops designed to build both technical competency and critical thinking about AI technologies. These sessions prepare students to be informed users and thoughtful critics of AI systems.
Student Workshop Series:
- Introduction to AI Tools and Platforms
- Critical AI Literacy
- AI for Academic Research
- Creative Applications of AI
- Understanding AI Bias and Limitations
AI Tool Training and Support
The Center provides ongoing support for faculty and students learning to use new AI platforms and tools. Our student assistants offer tutoring sessions and technical support, while our resource library maintains up-to-date information about emerging AI technologies and their applications.