February 2024 Newsletter
Association of College and University Educators (ACUE)
ACUE equips faculty and staff with the evidence-based practices proven to advance student success and equity.
New Online Catalog and Improved Experience for Individual Course-Takers
Earlier this month, ACUE unveiled our new course catalog. This exciting update ensures a seamless experience for anyone interested in exploring and enrolling in ACUE's educational offerings. You can easily access the catalog at the top of our website or by visiting learn.acue.org .
National Higher Education Teaching Conference
Early Bird Rate Ends March 31
Be a catalyst for change and join us in supporting exceptional teaching for student success on a national scale at the National Higher Education Teaching Conference this June 13-14 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about the event and register at nhetc.acue.org . Bring your colleagues and save 25% off a team registration (discount available until 3/31).
“NHETC was a great experience. Our engagements at the conference re-charged our campus-wide focus on teaching and learning. We look forward to having ASU representatives at the 2024 convening.”
Patrice W. Glenn Jones , Executive Director of Online Education and Programs at?Alabama State University
Tools You Can Use
AI Quick Study Series
Earlier this month, ACUE launched our AI Quick Study Courses, a significant milestone in our commitment to supporting educators nationwide. These self-paced, concise courses equip faculty members with essential AI knowledge and skills, empowering them to enhance their teaching and better meet students' needs.
The Student Lens
Mamadee, Rutgers University - Newark ?
In our latest episode of The Student Lens, a series that elevates voices of students who recognize the power of effective teaching, Mamadee shares how instructor Dr. Christina Zambrano-Varghese’s detailed assignment instructions and rubrics enabled him to successfully complete psychology assignments. Watch now.
Partner Spotlights
Palm Beach State College
On Friday, January 26, Palm Beach State College (PBSC) celebrated 115 faculty members who completed the Effective Online Teaching Practices course to become certified in ACUE’s Effective Teaching Practice Framework. This milestone puts them one step closer to their goal of having 600 faculty members certified by 2026.
In an article on the PBSC website, Dr. Roger Yohe, Ph.D. , vice president of Academic Innovation and Strategy, said,
"After two years, more than 220 faculty across our five campuses became Certified in ACUE’s Effective Teaching Practice Framework. What's been so impressive is faculty members' willingness to be vulnerable and be comfortable enough to listen, push and grow. I have had professors who have been teaching for 20 years say, 'It reinvigorated my teaching. I found this passion for it again that I hadn't felt in a while.'"?
Find out more and see a complete list of recipients in the PBSC News Center and photos in PBSC’s Pinning Ceremony album .?
Hostos Community College
On December 19, CUNY Hostos Community College (HCC) celebrated 21 faculty members from its inaugural ACUE cohort who earned their Certification in Effective Online Teaching Practices. This achievement showcases their commitment to excellence in education.
They shared in a LinkedIn post ,
"Our exceptional faculty, consistently at the forefront of innovation, proudly maintains their dedication to staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving landscape of teaching and learning!"
The college also shared that this opportunity was possible through their Title V Developing Hispanic-Serving Institution grant from the U.S. Department of Education. ??
Course-Taker Spotlights
Congratulations to everyone that has shared an update from their ACUE journey in the last month.
Arlene Betancourt, MD, ABOIM , Medical Director at UT Southwestern Dept of Physician Assistant Studies Shared her experience with Providing Clear Directions and Explanations
Wendy D. Bratina, Ed.D. , Program Director and Professor at Central Pennsylvania’s Community College Shared her experience with Providing Clear Directions and Explanations in Online Courses
Amanda Duvall, MPA , Adjunct Faculty in the College of Online and Continuing Education at Southern New Hampshire University Completed the Ensuring Engagement in the Online Environment course
Marisa A. Gray, MBA , Founding Advisory Board Member and Director of Consultation and Strategic Partnership at the HBCU Africa Education Coalition Corp Completed the Promoting Active Learning Online course
Nazli Hardy, MBA, PhD. , Associate Professor of Computer Science at Millersville University Shared her experience completing the Promoting Active Learning Online course
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Jeannie Kotsiovos , Graduate Professor of Information at Purdue Global Completed a milestone in the Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Online Learning Environment course
Lauren Krznarich , Associate Director for Experiential Learning at the University of Texas at Arlington Shared her experience with the Promoting Active Learning course
Melissa B. Littlefield, PhD , Professor at Morgan State University Completed the Promoting Active Learning Online course
Jessica Matthews, DBH, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, FACLM , Associate Professor and Director in the College of Health Sciences at Point Loma Nazarene University Shared her experience completing the Fostering a Culture of Belonging course
Sonya Xinyue Xiao , Assistant Professor at Northern Arizona University Completed the Inclusive Teaching for Equitable Learning course
Steve Sellars , Associate Director at West Texas A&M University Completed the Promoting Active Learning Online course
Kimberly Tarver, PT, MPH , Professor at Elgin Community College Earned her Certificate in Effective Teaching Practice Framework
Adrienne Gruenes , Academic Advisor at St. Catherine University Completed the Fostering a Culture of Belonging Course?
Upcoming Events and Webinars
Recent Event Highlights
American Association of Community Colleges Annual Meeting
January 17-19, 2024 in Washington, D.C. View Photos
Council of Independent Colleges President’s Institute
January 4-7, 2024 in Hollywood, Florida View Photos
Complete College America Annual Convening
December 5-6, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana View Photos
New to the ACUE Team
We would like to introduce you to the newest members of the ACUE team who joined us in the last month:
Ali Amjad
Megan Maxwell
Megan Maxwell is a Regional Customer Success Director - Read Bio
Mark Reimonenq
Mark Reimonenq is a Senior Partnership Director - Read Bio
Manuela Ubago
Manuela Ubago is a Partnership Director - Read Bio
Thrilled to dive into February's insights! ?? Remember, as Maya Angelou profoundly said - People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. Keep inspiring and adding value to everyone's journey. ????
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