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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.

This is required for faculty who will serve on a search committee. This should be renewed every 3 years.

Ready to move beyond basic AI questions?

In this 40-minute session, discover how to craft powerful prompts to get precisely what you need from Google Gemini. We'll explore core prompt crafting strategies and guide you through the process of building your own custom "Gem," a personalized AI assistant tailored to your teaching, research, or administrative tasks. Leave with practical skills to save time and enhance your work.

This workshop will be delivered via Zoom and will be recorded. We encourage everyone to register, even if you can't attend live, as all registrants will receive a link to the recording for convenient on-demand viewing.

Join us for a 40-minute webinar where we’ll explore how Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM) can support students.

🎥 This session will be recorded.

Gemini Notebook is an AI-powered tool designed to help you synthesize information from many diverse sources, including PDFs, Google Docs, YouTube videos (if captioned), and web pages. It serves as a virtual research assistant, capable of summarizing content, explaining complex ideas, and generating new insights based on your selected materials. You can even share your assistant with students, allowing them to ask questions about the resources you've chosen to share.

In this session, we’ll cover: ➡️ Introduction to Notebook: Understand the core features and benefits of using this AI-driven platform for research and note-taking. ➡️ Uploading and Managing Sources: Learn how to import documents, web links, and other materials into Notebook to create a personalized AI assistant tailored to your research needs. ➡️ Interactive Q&A with Your Documents: Discover how to ask specific questions about your uploaded content and receive detailed, citation-backed responses. ➡️ Generating Study Guides and Summaries: Explore the capabilities of Notebook in creating concise summaries, FAQs, timelines, and more to enhance your understanding of complex topics. ➡️ Utilizing Audio and Video Overviews: Experience the innovative feature that transforms your documents into engaging, podcast-style audio discussions, making information more accessible and easier to digest. 

This webinar is ideal for faculty members seeking to leverage AI technology to create study materials for students.

❗️NOTE: Gemini Notebook does not currently support raw data analysis.

Appointment, Promotion, & Tenure Committee & Chair training for faculty

This will be a brief overview of issues, approaches, and technology to consider regarding assessment in the age of AI. Obviously this is a rapidly changing topic and may be offered again later in the semester pending interest.

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.

BASE: Building Administrative Skills and Efficiency training is a comprehensive training program offered through the Office of Human Resources to develop key competencies and systems knowledge for administrative professionals. Participants will complete a total of 53 hours of training to complete this program through a blend of in-person, online, and project-based learning. In-person attendance is required for the 4 cohort sessions listed.

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

Campus Connections are one-hour virtual sessions designed to integrate you into the App State community by highlighting essential employee services and resources. While specifically tailored to help new hires navigate their first 90 days, all employees are welcome to attend any session to stay informed and connected. These sessions ensure you have the tools and support needed to thrive throughout your career at App State!

In this session, you will learn more about the following: The history of Campus Dining, All Access vs Retail, Express To Go, App Bakery, App Card Express, and Campus Dining Sustainability efforts!

Canvas Accessibility Basics introduces instructors to the core practices that make course content accessible for all learners. Participants will learn how to structure pages, format text and documents, add meaningful text alternatives, use accessibility checkers, and apply accessible design principles. This session is ideal for anyone building or migrating content into Canvas and wanting a practical, confidence‑building foundation in accessible course design.

🚨 This is an in-person session. 🚨

Making the jump from Moodle to Canvas doesn't have to be daunting, and this workshop is here to help you get your bearings in the new LMS. We’ll take a high-level tour of the interface, translate familiar Moodle terms, and look at the big picture of organizing your course content using Modules. You'll also learn how to clean up your course navigation for a better student experience and use Student View to ensure everything is properly published. By the end of the session, you'll have a solid roadmap of the platform and the confidence to start building your own course site.

Take a tour of campus with a CETLSS staff member!

Providing feedback to students on their work is an important part of the learning experience. How can we increase the likelihood that feedback will be read and used instead of just flipping to the grade or never opening the feedback file? In this workshop, we will explore strategies to encourage students to actively engage with the feedback they receive. The session will cover the importance of feedback in the learning process, common barriers to student engagement, and practical techniques to overcome these challenges.

Teaching Quality Framework: Classroom Climate, Student Engagement, Varied Perspectives, Strategies & Tools to Support Learning

Campus Connections are one-hour virtual sessions designed to integrate you into the App State community by highlighting essential employee services and resources. While specifically tailored to help new hires navigate their first 90 days, all employees are welcome to attend any session to stay informed and connected. These sessions ensure you have the tools and support needed to thrive throughout your career at App State!

In this session, you will learn more about the following: description of CFS services (counseling, consulting, referral), confidentiality, counselors, who is eligible, number of sessions and cost (free), examples of situations that people might bring to counseling, how to access services, where we are located, etc. We also give a brief introduction to the ombuds services.

We often talk about students being distracted in large courses but what if we flipped the conversation to consider how to cultivate attention. Attention is important yet challenging and easily lost. This workshop will briefly review why attention is easily lost and explore practical strategies to help cultivate attention in large classes through practicing moments of intense focus and using activities to pique situational curiosity.

Activity Level: group discussion and polling

Teaching Quality Framework Alignment: Strategies and Tools to Support Learning; Student Engagement; Classroom Climate

In this workshop, we will explore strategies to foster a supportive and active classroom environment. Participants will learn practical techniques to enhance student engagement, collaboration, and a sense of belonging in your courses.

This workshop is for anyone that has the role of approving proposals in Curriculog. This can include ASSOCIATE DEANS and CHAIRS of the following: departments, college curriculum committees, college councils, Professional Education Council, Provost Council, Departmental Honors Program Council, and AP&P committees. You will see how using the Curriculog agenda feature can help with your meetings and approve proposals. You will also learn how to use the new Custom Route function.

Learn how to add, modify, or delete a course in Curriculog.

Learn how to add, modify, and delete a program in Curriculog.

Whether you are completely new to Curriculog, need a quick refresher, or if you are a committee member who will review proposals, this workshop is for you. Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, track curriculum changes through the approval process, learn best practices for reviewing, and search for specific proposals. This workshop is great for committee members, advisors, or anyone who reviews proposals.

Please join members of the Dean of Students (DOS) Case Management (CM) team for this highly engaging and informative workshop. Attendees will explore how to recognize and respond to student distress, including how to make a referral to DOS CM and other campus resources. Information regarding how CM responds once a referral is received will also be shared. Important information regarding the scope of CM services will be discussed, e.g. myths vs. facts. Together, we can help foster a culture of care and connection at Appalachian State.

Description: Attention all Faculty and Staff! Are you interested in contributing to App State’s mission to create an environment free of discrimination and harassment? If so, you are invited to join Equal Opportunity for an essential session. To discuss employees' obligations for mandatory reporting. You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to accurately receive and report incidents of prohibited conduct and receive resources.

Join the Office of Research and Innovation, the Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies, the Office of Student Research, and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning for Student Success on Tuesday, August 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in John E. Thomas Hall room 387, for a program to support faculty who are mentoring research students at Appalachian State University.

Come work through a curriculum that offers case studies and the opportunity for discussion around mentoring students in research. Upon completion, you will receive an Entering Mentoring certificate for your personnel file, documenting six hours of mentoring training. Light lunch will be provided.

Many funding agencies require training in research mentoring and we are offering the "Entering Mentoring” program curriculum provided through the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research (CIMER) to supplement those requirements. The program will cover the following topics:

Introduction to Mentor Training Aligning Expectations Promoting Professional Development Maintaining Effective Communication Assessing Understanding Fostering Independence Cultivating Ethical Behavior Articulating Your Mentoring Philosophy and Plan

You must attend the entire six hours between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM in person on App State’s Boone campus to participate in this program.

The content of each session is designed to address the key concerns and challenges identified by research mentors. Each topic has learning objectives and participants will have the opportunity to engage in conversations, identify a mentoring network, and build knowledge and skills in each area.

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 why fund reconciliation is essential, what to reconcile, where to source information, how to understand the reports, how to complete the reconciliation process, and how to set up systems for success.

YuJa Panorama for Canvas helps instructors identify and improve accessibility issues directly within their courses. In this workshop, participants will learn how to interpret accessibility gauges, generate alternative formats, review course reports, and apply quick fixes that make content more inclusive for all learners.

Campus Connections are one-hour sessions designed to integrate you into the App State community by highlighting essential employee services and resources. While specifically tailored to help new hires navigate their first 90 days, all employees are welcome to attend any session to stay informed and connected. These sessions ensure you have the tools and support needed to thrive throughout your career at App State!

In this session, you will learn about Health Promotion services for employees and gain access to exercise facilities, monthly preventative screenings, employee health clinics, and more. Click on the "more information" link and scroll down to Varsity Gym for directions.

🚨 This is an in-person session. 🚨

The UNC System Office has mandated that all UNC system schools transition to using the Canvas learning management system. Understanding how your existing course materials move from AsULearn to Canvas is the first step toward successful future semesters.

This one-hour technical deep-dive is designed to pull back the curtain on the migration process. We'll explore the logistics of how content is transferred and, more importantly, what it looks like when it arrives on the other side. Bring your laptop and join us for a working session as you begin thinking about migrating your course to Canvas.

We’ll categorize course components into three clear buckets:

1. Elements that migrate (relatively) seamlessly
2. Items that migrate, but will require review
3. Activities that will need to be rebuilt

This training is designed to provide employees with a comprehensive understanding of their workplace rights. Topics include: free speech, confidentiality of personnel records, whistleblower protection, equal opportunity, leave entitlements, internet usage, and safety and workplace injury.

Does the thought of speaking in front of a crowd make your palms sweaty? You aren't alone! Hosted by HR Learning and Development, this interactive workshop is designed specifically for beginners who want to overcome their fears and build foundational public speaking skills from the ground up.

Instead of aiming for perfection, we focus on improvement and mindset. In this supportive, low-pressure environment, you will learn to identify your public speaking triggers, apply practical de-escalation strategies, and learn how to effectively prepare to be successful.

Please note: Public speaking is a skill you learn by doing! To help you build immediate confidence, all participants will actively practice by delivering a short presentation during the session. Spaces are limited to ensure everyone gets a supportive turn. Register today to turn your jitters into your greatest strength!

The purpose of the Milestone Mutual Mentoring Workshop series is to create a welcoming and safe environment to support faculty as they pursue career milestones that are personally and professionally meaningful. In Session 1, facilitators will orient faculty participants in identifying and exploring relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines associated with their next career milestone, uncovering questions and/or discussion points for conversations with members of the home department/unit. In Session 2, we will discuss what evidence participants might use to demonstrate their skills, experiences, and expertise in areas of the dossier related to teaching, service, research, and leadership. Facilitators will share ideas, and participants will be invited to share ideas and questions. In Session 3, participants will identify a writing goal that they can work on during our time together. Most of the session will be spent with individuals working. During the last part of the last session, we will share progress and questions/challenges.

Campus Connections are one-hour virtual sessions designed to integrate you into the App State community by highlighting essential employee services and resources. While specifically tailored to help new hires navigate their first 90 days, all employees are welcome to attend any session to stay informed and connected. These sessions ensure you have the tools and support needed to thrive throughout your career at App State!

In this session, you will learn more about about the benefits and perks available to App State employees. We’ll discuss how to strategically utilize employer-sponsored resources to enhance physical health, financial security, and work-life harmony. We’ll discuss on-site perks, including tuition waivers, the Emergency Loan Fund, the Employee Assistance Program, and employee-only discounts. We’ll also discuss how to get the most out of your supplemental insurance benefits.

A quick and impactful information series designed to connect researchers with the tools, services, and support offered by the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI). Each 30-minute session highlights essential resources for research development, proposal preparation, lab setup, and more—helping you make the most of what ORI has to offer, without taking up your whole day.

Excellence in teaching is one of App State’s core values. Peer observation is used for both evaluation of teaching and as a formative process aimed at professional growth. Peer observation can have numerous benefits, for both the observer and observee; however, inaccurate, inequitable, and unhelpful reports often result when peer observers are inadequately prepared for the task. This learning community will focus on the role of the peer observer and ways to provide supportive and useful feedback. We encourage anyone involved in the peer observation process to join the learning community

This learning community includes a series of 5 sessions, will include active discussion during sessions, and some preparation outside of sessions. Sessions will not be recorded.

Learn the basic steps and workflows of the procure to pay method of acquiring goods and services.

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.

Join us virtually on Monday, August 31 from 10AM to 11AM for a follow up town hall discussion building on the Spring 2026 AppState Defense Research Convening (a brief recap of this event is below). This informal session will have time for Q&A, highlight some of the ways project teams can move forward to pursue funding, and give you the chance to connect with other AppState colleagues interested in defense research.

SUMMARY OF PREVIOUS SESSION: On April 9, 2026, the SCORE leadership team and the NC Coalition of Defense Researchers hosted an AppState Defense Research Convening. That event highlighted defense and military research and innovation opportunities for faculty, staff, and graduate students. Appalachian State was able to showcase some of our research expertise and infrastructure to the visiting defense partners.

The key areas of defense research interest for our partners were: Health and human fitness/performance Energy monitoring and management Drones/UAV research Cybersecurity

Faculty and staff members are invited to participate in a Strategic Planning Session. These will be held in person at the Boone campus.

Sessions will be led by Tucker Branham, President and CEO of Change, Develop, Move (CDM), and will last approximately 1.5 hours.

Please limit registration to one session to allow for maximum participation.

For questions, contact Katie Fields, executive assistant to the chancellor, at fieldsmk1@appstate.edu.

Faculty and staff members are invited to participate in a Strategic Planning Session. These will be held in person at the Hickory campus.

Sessions will be led by Tucker Branham, President and CEO of Change, Develop, Move (CDM), and will last approximately 1.5 hours.

For questions, contact Katie Fields, executive assistant to the chancellor, at fieldsmk1@appstate.edu.

Crest focuses on the foundation of leadership, which is Leading Self. This newly redesigned and energizing cohort experience empowers participants to unlock their potential, strengthen their confidence, and develop the mindset and skills needed to step confidently into leadership opportunities. From public speaking and coaching up to setting boundaries and embracing feedback, Crest prepares individuals to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose - creating a strong foundation for future leadership success.

Campus Connections are one-hour virtual sessions designed to integrate you into the App State community by highlighting essential employee services and resources. While specifically tailored to help new hires navigate their first 90 days, all employees are welcome to attend any session to stay informed and connected. These sessions ensure you have the tools and support needed to thrive throughout your career at App State!

In this session, you will learn more about Mountaineer Food Hub and Free Store, sustainability efforts, and volunteer opportunities.

What is Neurodiversity? How does it affect learning? How can faculty design courses and assignments that better serve our neurodivergent students? hHis workshop will answer all of these questions by paying particular attention to the UDL framework and how it helps faculty design for learner variability.

Teaching Takes (creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/cetlss) is a podcast from CETLSS for educators who care about the art and science of teaching and learning in higher education. For each episode, educators like you will submit their "takes" on a specific topic, such as The First Day of Class, Group Work, or Alternative Grading. Then, the host and a rotating co-host will discuss the takes, sharing their ideas and experiences with practical advice for educators of all experience levels. Join us for a fun and collaborative exploration of teaching and learning in higher education!

This is a special event to collect your Takes for the Teaching Takes podcast! Come to the CETLSS Classroom (Anne Belk Hall 222) or submit your Take from the comfort of your own home. To submit your Takes, you can:

• Call (leave a voicemail) or text: (828) 263‑6846
• Email: teachingtakes@gmail.com

If you're willing, your Take should include:

• Your name
• Your institution & position
• The episode topic you’re addressing
• Your “Take” on that topic

If you’d like to remain anonymous, just say so in your message—we’ll honor it. We can even modulate your voice to protect your identity (think Ghostface from Scream, but more teachy and less slashy).

See the link for the complete list of topics to choose from, and email Bryan (doppelbt@appstate.edu) with any questions!

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).

Most educators intend to be student-centered and can identify ways their courses address student needs. But how do we determine what those needs are and which are most relevant to course design decisions? This session introduces tools from design thinking and research on today’s students to help answer that question. We will create an empathy map, look at existing available sources of student data, and consider how learner personas can be used to reach all your students in an effective course design.

While all faculty are “small v” vital, a select group (Visiting, Instructors, Teaching, Adjunct, Lecturers) are “capital v” VITAL. In this workshop we will explore the nuances of what it means to be a “capital v” VITAL faculty member at Appalachian State. Any and all faculty are welcome to join us for this conversation.

In this introductory coaching training, supervisors will learn how to clearly define workplace issues and guide constructive, two-way dialogue using conflict resolution and active listening skills. By developing these techniques, you will feel comfortable and empowered to coach employees through challenges in real time, addressing workplace issues before they escalate.