Faculty Development Programs
Opening Workshop for New STEM Educators
Every Fall, the Women and Science Program brings new educators in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) together for a 2-day workshop. Workshop sessions focus on student-centered pedagogies, classroom and campus climate issues for underrepresented students, and active learning strategies as they apply to STEM.Inclusive Teaching Methods September 24 - 25, 2009, Heidel House
Schedule for 2009
References for 2009 Opening Workshop Presentations
Registration Form
Grants
past programs
Spring Conference
The Spring Conference provides an opportunity for STEM educators and administrators to come together to share best practices and present recent findings about teaching to a broad student audience. In such a widespread University system, this event helps to build important connections and collaborations.In 2010 we are joining other UW System programs at the UW System President’s Summit on Excellence in Teaching and Learning, April 30-May 2 in Madison. If you would like to give a talk at the summit, follow the link for an online submission form (deadline Nov. 4, 2009).
past programs
Distance Education (Videoconferences) Program
The Women & Science Program hosts videoconferences about science education or campus climate issues for women and/or other underrepresented populations. These videoconferences are open to all campuses, assuming a videoconference room is available.
Spring 2008Speaker for On-campus Faculty College
The Director is available to host faculty colleges on your campus focusing on diversity issues in the STEM classroom. Additionally, she may be able to help you find leaders already ON your campus to host similar workshops. Please inquire about this service by contacting the Women & Science Program office.