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September 26, 2026
In the September 26, 2026 issue
FALL MINI CONFERENCE UPDATE.
Based on the goals and intentions shared at the Annual Conference on Teaching and Learning, this year's Fall Mini-Conference will focus on engagement and motivation. Join us for an afternoon kickoff and happy hour on Thursday, October 8, followed by a full day of sessions on Friday, October 9. Attend any sessions that fit your schedule. Session details and registration will be available next week. For now, submit this form so you can save the dates on your calendar!
DID YOU KNOW?
LinkedIn Learning is available to all UWL instructors, staff, and students through the Universities of Wisconsin contract. Employees can access LinkedIn Learning through Workday. Want to incorporate LinkedIn Learning into your course? Use the Canvas Rich Content Editor, select the plug-in icon, and choose LinkedIn Learning to search for and embed videos, courses, and learning paths directly in Canvas.
TEACHING TIP.
Share how to pronounce your name and invite students to do the same. Knowing and correctly saying one another's names helps build connection, belonging, and stronger classroom relationships. Consider adding your pronunciation guide to your UWL profile.
$$ GRANTS. $$
- The Universities of Wisconsin Office of Civil Engagement is accepting applications for its FY27 Internal Grant Program. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to apply for funding that supports civic engagement, civil dialogue, civic participation, viewpoint diversity, academic freedom, and free expression. Applications are due October 1, 2026.
- Applications are now being accepted for UWL's representatives to 2027-28 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS) Program. WTFS participants receive a $4,000 summer stipend, $500 in Supplies & Expenses, as well as cost coverage to attend various WTFS events. This year-long program, sponsored by the Universities of Wisconsin Office of Professional and Instructional Development, focuses on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SOTL). UWL's application deadline is November 23, 2026.
EVENTS & REMINDERS.
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AI-Aware Teaching
A Workshop for Faculty across Disciplines -
AI Learning Institute
Application Deadline- 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28
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Grading and Feedback
Work Time for Instructors, Academic Year 2026/27- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14
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Write On: Research Writing Work Time
for Instructors, Academic Year 2026/27- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16
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CATL Mini-Conference Fall 2026
Join for any or all!- 2:15 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8
- 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9
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Book Club: Geeky Pedagogy
A Guide for Intellectuals, Introverts, and Nerds Who Want to Be Effective Teachers- 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8
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Stories of Humanity
Holocaust Memory, Digital Storytelling, and Education- 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13
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AI: Community of Practice
Sponsored by CATL, Academic Year 2026/27- 8:50 to 9:45 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19
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Free Speech Week: The Courage to Engage
Free Speech, Polarization, and Public Accountability- 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19
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Free Speech Week: The Courage to Engage
Free Speech, Polarization, and Public Accountability- 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19
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New(ish) Instructors
Community of Practice, Sponsored by CATL (AY26/27)- Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20
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Book Club: Classroom Assessment Techniques