2025 Teaching Discovery Days for Faculty & Instructors: Day 2 with Reception

Join us for an immersive experience in innovative teaching in the College of Natural Sciences! During Teaching Discovery Days, faculty members have the unique opportunity to observe classroom instruction led by past Teaching Excellence Award winners and other distinguished professors. These sessions showcase diverse teaching styles and pedagogical approaches, offering fresh perspectives on student engagement. After the observations, participants will come together in round table discussions to reflect on the lessons and share insights. 

Interact and Learn

• Classroom Observations

  Participants will have the rare chance to step inside the classrooms of CNS's most distinguished faculty. These sessions offer a firsthand look at how award-winning professors structure their lessons, engage students, and apply innovative teaching methods. Participants can expect to observe a range of instructional styles and active learning strategies, providing valuable insights for their own teaching practice.

• Savory Talks & Insights

  Engage in thoughtful discussions over food and beverages with fellow participants. These sessions encourage collaborative reflection and conversation about the observed teaching methods. Participants will delve into pedagogical strategies, share their own experiences, and explore how different techniques might be adapted to their classrooms.

• Reception 

  The culmination of the event is the Teaching Excellence Awards reception, where the year’s top faculty members are honored for their outstanding contributions to education. This celebration includes food and an hosted bar, allowing participants to relax and network with colleagues while recognizing exemplary teaching. The reception creates an atmosphere of community and appreciation for academic excellence.

Full Schedule and Details Coming Soon!

Teaching Discovery Days Reception & Teaching Excellence Awards

Join us for the Teaching Discovery Days Reception, a celebration of innovative teaching within the College of Natural Sciences. Faculty, staff, and attendees are invited to network and connect, and we will honor the 2025 Teaching Excellence Award Winners with a formal awards ceremony, recognizing their outstanding contributions to education.

This business casual event is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the CNS teaching community while celebrating excellence in teaching and educational innovation.