Events, Workshops, and Communities
WMU Teaching and Learning hosts a variety of events and communities geared toward instructors, graduate assistants, and anyone involved in creating learning experiences.
Our team is also available to join a department or group meeting to facilitate specific or targeted teaching and learning training. These can be single meetings or extended workshops depending on your goals. Contact the Teaching and Learning Team to discuss your needs.
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Note: NCFDD webinars/events are available for free to all WMU faculty, academic staff, and graduate students—to access NCFDD webinars, activate your NCFDD institutional membership account.
January 30
NCFDD Event: "Every Career Chapter Needs a Plan"
Friday, January 30
2 to 3 p.m.
This interactive NCFDD session will guide you through a series of clarifying steps to identify key goals and develop a high-level plan for the current chapter of your career.
February 11
Level Up Your Exams: LockDown Browser + Respondus Monitor
Wednesday, February 11
1 to 2 p.m.
Join this interactive ITC session to discover how LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor can keep your exams honest, secure and hassle-free.
February 12
NCFDD Event: "SKILL #2: How to Align Your Time with Your Priorities"
Thursday, February 12
2 to 3 p.m.
A step-by-step guide to holding a weekly planning meeting. Grab your strategic plan and learn the secret to making it work day-to-day and week-to-week!
February 25
Accommodations in Elearning Made Easy!
Wednesday, February 25
1 to 2 p.m.
Join the ITC to explore Course-wide Accommodations and Special Access options. Learn how to create a flexible, inclusive learning environment without the guesswork.
March 4
Conduct Your Own Course Check-Up: Is Your Course in Top Shape?
Wednesday, March 4
1 to 2 p.m.
In this session, you’ll work with the ITC to learn how to review your online course for navigation, accessibility, clarity, and engagement to keep it healthy, organized and learner-friendly.
March 6
NCFDD Event: "The Retention Equation: Negotiating for Academic Success"
Friday, March 6
2 to 3 p.m.
In addition to speaking to job market applicants and early career faculty, this session will include negotiation advice for early/mid-career faculty and academic leaders.
March 12
NCFDD Event: "SKILL #3: How to Develop a Daily Writing Practice"
Thursday, March 12
2 to 3 p.m.
Explore myths about writing that hobble productivity, differences between struggling and rising new faculty members and the strategy that will increase your writing productivity.
March 18
Mastering Groups in Elearning
Wednesday, March 18
1 to 2 p.m.
In this ITC session, learn how to use the Groups tool to organize students for projects, presentations, and discussions. Explore different group setups, managing group work, and spaces for interaction and teamwork.
March 26
NCFDD Event: "Rewriting the Retention Equation: Strategies to Reward, Recognize, and Retain Faculty"
Monday, March 26
2 to 3 p.m.
Everyday leadership actions can cultivate belonging, purpose & growth. Discover tools to align recognition efforts with institutional values, foster advancement & build structures that sustain engagement.
April 8
Bring Your Content to Life with H5P!
Wednesday, April 8
1 to 2 p.m.
Ready to make your courses interactive and unforgettable? Join us to explore H5P—a powerful tool for creating engaging activities like quizzes, interactive videos, and more! Discover how easy it is to transform static content into dynamic learning experiences your students will love!
April 9
NCFDD Event: SKILL #4: Mastering Academic Time Management
Thursday, April 9
2 to 3 p.m.
Successfully transfer from graduate student to professor. Learn about the biggest mistakes that new faculty make in managing time, why and how to align work time with institutional and personal priorities, and how to create time for writing and research.
April 22
Find It Fast: Navigating ITC Resources Like a Pro
Wednesday, April 22
1 to 2 p.m.
Gain the confidence to get answers quickly for tech issues and keep your teaching on track. Learn how to search the ITC Knowledge Base, use GoWMU to find resources, and know exactly who to contact. Explore differences between HelpDesk, Classroom Tech, Department IT, and ITC.
Ball State University hosts the 2026 Provost’s Faculty Summit: Cultivating Kindness and Belonging in Higher Education
Our MAC partners at Ball State University's Division of Online and Strategic Learning invite members of the Western community to join the summit virtually at no cost.
Thursday, February 5 noon – 4:30 p.m.
Friday, February 6 8:30 a.m. – noon
Application Deadlines
January 26
Office of Faculty Development
Faculty Working Group on Community-Engaged Teaching and Scholarship (CETS)
Application Due Date: Monday, January 26
April 1
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
International Education Faculty Development Fund Support Available
Application Due Date: Wednesday, April 1
Faculty are invited to apply for funding to support projects that improve international education at Western. Funding is available through Article 40.4 of the WMU-AAUP contract and is administered by the Haenicke Institute.
The International Education Faculty Development Fund supports the following internationalization goals:
- International collaboration in research and creative activities, including archival or field work.
- Attendance and presentations at international conferences, seminars or workshops.
- Scholarly international travel to enrich international knowledge that directly contributes to the internationalization of WMU curricula.
February 2
Office of Faculty Development
2026 Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award Nomination
Application Due Date: Monday, February 2
The Western Michigan University community is invited to celebrate and recognize faculty excellence by submitting nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award.
This prestigious award honors faculty members who have made outstanding contributions to their disciplines, enhanced the University’s reputation, and demonstrated a sustained record of scholarly excellence.