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Gain insight into how to navigate common leadership challenges, explore tools for success, and discover strategies to effectively support teams through difficult situations.

Newly formed faculty search committees are requested to register (click on the "more information" link below for a memo from the Provost).

Search committee training will include familiarizing committee members with emerging practices in hiring, including outreach efforts. Participants will be able to navigate the faculty search process confidently producing a fair and defensible search.

Join Acting Senior Vice Provost Jamie Parson for a brief presentation and conversation/Q&A about background information on policy, procedure, and expectations as you move toward promotion and tenure. This workshop will allow plenty of time for questions, and will hopefully, unravel the mystery of promotion and tenure.

This training introduces campus faculty and staff to the 25Live system used for reserving non-academic spaces at Appalachian State University. Participants will learn how to navigate the dashboard, request spaces and resources, edit or cancel events, and use search tools effectively. The session also covers responsibilities of the requestor role and available support resources from the University Events Scheduling and Communications team.

🚨 All sessions are VIRTUAL and will be RECORDED. 🚨

Everyone who registers will receive links to all recordings! Register for the full workshop schedule, or just the sessions you're most interested in.

Join Academic Technologies for the "Access Academy" workshop series, a comprehensive professional development program focused on creating accessible digital teaching materials. These workshops will guide you on identifying and resolving accessibility issues in your current materials and using best practices for developing accessible content in the future. Workshops will be held weekly, starting on October 22, 2025, with open lab help sessions scheduled to follow larger topics.

🥳 Oct. 22 - Accessibility Basics 🦻 Oct. 28 - AsULearn Accessibility and Brickfield 🎬 Nov. 4 - MS Word Accessibility ✍️ Nov. 11 - PowerPoint Accessibility 📝 Nov. 18 - Excel Accessibility 🤖 Jan. 13 - Google Doc Accessibility 💻 Jan. 20 - Google Slides Accessibility 🥳 Jan. 27 - Google Sheets Accessibility 🦻 Feb 3 - Basic PDF Accessibility 🎬 Feb 10 - Advanced PDF Accessibility ✍️ Feb. 17 - YouTube Video Captioning 📝 Feb. 24 - Kaltura Video Captioning 🎬 Mar. 3 - Audio Transcriptions ✍️ Mar. 17 - Alt Text for Complex Images 📝 Mar 24 - Video Audio Descriptions 💻 Mar 31 - Math Accessibility

Artificial Intelligence for App State Instruction (AI4AI) is a learning community dedicated to exploring various AI and related technologies to enhance teaching and learning, online and in the classroom.

This group has delved into generative AI, chatbots, voice assistants, video conferencing and LMS integrations. Meetings often feature brief demonstrations of AI-related technologies that participants are exploring or developing, followed by open discussions on potential outcomes, challenges and use cases.

Outcomes Collaborations have led to presentations on campus and at professional conferences. In some cases, prototyped integrations and processes have been implemented at App State.

Participation This group meets once a month via Zoom, with occasional in-person meetings.

The group is co-facilitated by

Michelle Melton, business and technology application specialist in Academic Technologies, ITS and adjunct instructor, Department of Computer Science.

Derek Eggers, educational development specialist, CETLSS and adjunct instructor, Department of Applied Design.

Participants come from diverse backgrounds across the university in faculty and staff roles, including but not limited to: Biology, English, Theater and Dance, Business and Health Sciences.

Participation is open to all App State faculty and staff interested in exploring AI tools to enhance teaching and learning. To get involved, fill out this Google interest form.

This workshop will introduce users to Banner Self-Service, Web-Focus Dashboards, and E-print. The main topics covered will include how to access your funds, fund reconciliations, and online budget queries and transfers. The workshop is primarily designed for new departmental administrative staff.

Introduction to and practice of the Wim Hof breathing method (30min to 45min). There will be a short description of benefits from the Wim Hof Method of breathwork and meditation.

Following breathwork will be a 10 to 15 min. silent meditation.

Facilitated by Matthew Cooper, Counseling for Faculty and Staff

Your budget tells a story - make sure it’s the right one. In this workshop, learn how to craft compelling budget justifications that align financial details with narrative goals, interpret budget line items persuasively, and avoid common pitfalls. With your budget justification, you can explain the necessity and basis for each proposed cost and show that your project is well conceived. Join our workshop to learn tips for developing a clear, concise, and convincing budget justification.

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

Led by Appalachian Student Ambassadors, a select group of student leaders, who give personalized tours of Appalachian's campus to VIP alum, prospective students, and staff. Please join us for this event to hear from passionate students about what they love most about App State.

Please contact Dalton Akos at akosde@appstate.edu if you have any accessibility concerns and we will be happy to accommodate.

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

Please join us for this delicious Campus Connection event with Campus Dining! Campus Dining is committed to serving the Appalachian community using sustainable practices, creative and intentional menu planning, and constantly engaging in the ever-changing dialogue surrounding food.

“Writing has a unique ability to develop the interior life of the writer.” Dee Fink

We all have a story to tell, but stories of the journeys that brought international faculty, staff, and students to Appalachian will include nuances and complexities that make their stories unique from those of their American peers. Capturing stories in writing and sharing them with others can connect generations, build community, bridge diversity, promote self-reflection and understanding, and enhance personal satisfaction as the writer integrates the most meaningful moments of their life’s journey into their present self and their goals for the future. Using the methods of guided autobiography, participants in this structured writing workshop will explore through reflection and writing the meaningful events that led them to App State. Those who are comfortable doing so will be invited to share their stories in the oral tradition with the group. The final 30 minutes of the workshop will take the form of additional quiet writing time for those who would like to continue.

Join us for a brief introduction to Carolina Captioning’s Live Captioning program (CART). In this 30-minute session, you will learn what CART in-class captioning is and how it can be utilized for students who receive this accommodation from the Office of Disability Resources. This workshop is open to all faculty and staff, not just those faculty currently using CART. We encourage anyone interested in learning more about CART to attend.

Interested in submitting a proposal to lead a faculty-led education abroad program? The Office of International Programs will explain the proposal process and answer any questions you may have.

This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively administer the Gallup Q12 survey within your team, enabling you to measure and enhance employee engagement.

This workshop will explore how the Office of Access & Opportunity: Disability Resources collaborates with students and faculty to ensure access to university programs, services, and activities and define the essential role faculty play in implementing academic adjustment plans and maintaining the integrity of their course objectives. Presenters will discuss ways faculty can contribute to a positive learning experience for students with academic adjustments, including communication practices and classroom flexibility. Participants will be introduced to the resources Disability Resources provides to assist faculty in navigating adjustments and providing access.

This workshop builds on the introductory Banner Finance Training by digging deeper into the monthly fund reconciliation process. The main topics covered in Fund Reconciliation Training include the reasons fund reconciliation is essential, what to reconcile, sourcing information and understanding the reports, how to complete the reconciliation process, and setting up systems for success.

Please come prepared with a fund to reconcile during the workshop

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

Health Promotion for Faculty and Staff (HPFS) provides Appalachian State University staff, faculty, retirees, and their spouses/domestic partners with programs and services that help to promote a healthier lifestyle and a better quality of life. Major components of the program include health and fitness, preventive care, and outreach programs. Our facilities are available to all faculty, staff, retirees, and their spouses/domestic partners at no charge.

How to find the "Hidden Gem" (AKA Varisty Gym): If you enter the gymnasium from Rivers Street, immediately upon entering the glass doors, take the stairs (down) to your left (next to the water fountain). There is a "Health Promotion for Faculty and Staff" poster, at the top of the stairs.

If you enter Varsity Gym from the campus side, you are greeted with the Military Science trophy case. Go down the stairs (two flights), pass vending machines (on your left). Walk across the gymnasium floor (short side) toward Rivers Street. Once you are in the lobby, take the stairs (down) to your right (just past restrooms and water fountain).

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

Come to learn a general overview of Information Technology at App State - support, security, hardware/software and Google tips and tricks.

Interested in integrating service-learning or community-based research into a new or existing class? This workshop will serve as an introduction to curricular-based service-learning for faculty who have been considering adding a service component to their classes. Service-learning has been shown to improve student learning in a number of areas. We’ll cover the basics of service-learning syllabus design and discuss resources available through the office of academic civic engagement. Faculty in all disciplines are welcome.

In these informal gatherings, legacy (senior or late career) faculty are invited to join conversations related to personal and professional topics relevant to later career stages. Some of the topics include resilient retiring, travel potlucks, aging well, and topics that come from the group.

Learn how emotional intelligence can strengthen professional boundaries and deepen relational clarity. This interactive training blends practical tools with reflective dialogue to help participants set boundaries that protect well-being while fostering respectful connection.

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

All App State alumni are automatically part of the Alumni Association! Come learn about the programs and support we provide for our nearly 145,000 alumni.

Required training to obtain a T-card through Appalachian State University.

Join us for an introduction to the office of Environmental Health, Safety, and Emergency Management (EHS&EM). All new employees on campus are required to take this course in support of App State's commitment to campus safety and security. During this session, we'll cover the basics of safety and emergency management on campus and indicate areas where specific position types may have extra responsibilities.

App State is a nationally recognized leader in global engagement. The Office of International Programs (OIP) oversees the university's global engagement activities. Join us in this engaging workshop to learn more about the work of OIP and how you, as an employee, can get involved globally.

Probationary plans can be tricky - join us to learn about the updates we have made to this process, collaborate with other leaders, and ask questions to better support your employees.

The RIEEE EnviroData Collaborative (EDC) is designed to meet a growing need at Appalachian State University: building environmental data science and modeling capacity through hands-on skill building, shared learning, and collaborative exchange. As the pace of innovation in areas like machine learning, remote sensing, and cloud computing accelerates, researchers across disciplines are seeking opportunities to update and expand their technical skill sets to continue learning beyond graduate training.

Through periodic, skill-focused workshops led by both campus experts and invited facilitators, this program will create space for faculty and research staff to gain practical experience with new tools, exchange knowledge, and grow their capacity to conduct cutting-edge, data-intensive research. Beyond individual skills, the EDC will foster a culture of collaboration and interdisciplinary connection. Our goal is to cultivate a vibrant, exchange-driven community that enhances the visibility of environmental data science at Appalachian and increases the impact of faculty research.

This workshop is designed to equip Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to comply with the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act ("Clery Safety Act). CSAs play a critical role in campus safety and are responsible for ensuring accurate reporting of campus crime and fostering a secure environment for the campus community.

This workshop is required for App State users who will be working in the Scala Content Management System (CMS) and managing one or more Scala screens. It must be completed before access to Scala CMS will be granted.

This workshop introduces users to the Scala Content Management System (CMS) at Appalachian. Also appropriate for anyone wanting a refresher.

Any App State user can create and share appropriate university-wide messages with campus. Having a Scala system is not required.

This workshop introduces participants to the guidelines for creating and sharing digital slides at App State, including communications planning, slide design standards, and side sharing and distribution.

This workshop is appropriate for anyone who wants to create digital slides for distribution to campus.

In today’s hyperconnected world, technology has resulted in a conundrum for students in the classroom: it can be used for learning engagement but is also a source of distraction. In this workshop we’ll talk about why digital distraction contributes to fragmented attention and how we might be able to cultivate attention. Faculty will examine real-world scenarios, share experiences, and consider possible policies and activities to decrease digital distractions and cultivate attention. Participants will leave with practical tools to design distraction-aware learning environments that support academic success.

Teaching Quality Framework: Classroom Climate, Clarity & Transparency, Course Goals & Outcomes, Strategies & Tools to Support Learning

Ignite Resilience: AI, Humans, Possibility

A high-voltage happy hour of ideas.

Thursday, November 13| 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Ignite Talks start at 5:30p sharp.

The Solarium, Plemmons Student Union, Appalachian State University

RSVP by November 7

If registering from a non@appstat.edu, submit a form response here: https://forms.gle/K2Q1qfihZMettFd

When curiosity meets courage, sparks fly.

Join Ignite Resilience—a fast, fearless night of ideas from the Think Series // AI. After eight weeks exploring how AI reshapes work, teaching, and research, App State’s faculty + staff take the stage to show what happens when human imagination leads the machine.

Nine speakers. Five minutes each.

Twenty slides that don’t wait.

Welcome to Ignite Talks—where ideas move at the speed of innovation and no one hides behind a deck. Expect sparks in business, design, tech, education, and beyond.

Who Should Attend: Faculty, staff, industry partners, and community members interested in how artificial intelligence is transforming work, creativity, and the human experience.

Why Attend: See how App State’s faculty + staff are taking on AI—ethics, design, and resilience included. Because AI isn’t the future, it’s the present tense. Hear ideas shaping what’s next for business, education, and human ingenuity in North Carolina.

Refreshment Sponsored by NC Innovation.

Thank you to our sponsors CETLSS and NC Innovation.

Training on Expense Report, Reimbursements, Pre-Approvals, Non Travel Reimbursements, Travel Policy, Cash Advances, etc.

Campus Connections are short 1-hour meet ups at various locations around campus. These events are designed to inspire you and the students you serve to become engaged campus citizens and form lasting relationships. The investment you make now will serve you well as you continue your service at AppState!

Please join us for this exciting campus connection at University Recreation (UREC). University Recreation's (UREC) mission is to facilitate an inclusive environment where recreation and wellness opportunities transform, engage, and care for the App State community to enhance student learning and development. This event features a tour of the Student Recreation Center, overview of each facility (Quinn Rec Center, Mt. Mitchell, Bike App, Camp Broadstone and State Farm fields), membership information, and overview of programs and services (aquatics, fitness, sports, and outdoor programs).

This workshop will explain the purpose and function of Test Proctoring within the Office of Access & Opportunity: Disability Resources and describe how Test Proctoring tailors testing conditions to meet an individualized Academic Adjustment Plan. Presenters will review the steps for scheduling exams, coordinating with instructors, and ensuring smooth communication between students and faculty, and provide guidance on optimizing the use of Test Proctoring as a student or instructor.

This workshop, tailored specifically for VITAL faculty*, will provide a space for faculty to explore the expectations and processes of their annual review.

*VITAL = Visiting, Instructors, Teaching, Adjunct, Lecturers

Join us to learn more about writing effective emails: how to be clearly understood, how to make sure you get a response, and common pitfalls to avoid. Watch this LinkedIn Learning video prior to attending. Copy and post the link below in you search browser:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/writing-emails-people-want-to-read/email-is-here-to-stay?u=134004193

The purpose of this workshop is to introduce users to Requisitions, Purchase Orders, Receipts, and Invoices in YoMart. The workshop is a hands-on workshop designed for administrative staff.

This workshop looks at creating and submitting Contract Requests and the Contract creation process. The workshop is a hands-on workshop designed for administrative staff.