March 2025
| Mar 24 |
Three Models of Engaging AI in the ClassroomMonday, March 24, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm in Zoom How should faculty deal with the ever-growing presence of AI in education? Should we embrace it wholeheartedly or restrict its use in the classroom? Join us for a discussion focused on three possible models of engaging with AI in the classroom: Prohibitive, Deterrent, and Integrative. Register here. |
| Mar 25 |
On the Intelligence of Error and the Gift of Failure: Encounters with the "Mistake"Tuesday, March 25, 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm in Zoom As professors, we generally enjoy “knowing” but our assumed position regarding knowledge can become a kind of defense. What are some strategies for facing not only our own not-knowing, but our students as well, and how can we meet this “unknowing” with compassion and grace? Part of the Inquirer Talks series highlighting the work of faculty who have published pieces in BMCC’s Inquirer. Register here. |
| Mar 26 |
Immigration Policy and Immigration Enforcement on Campus: An Information Session for Faculty and StaffWednesday, March 26, 10:00 am - 11:00 am in Zoom Join Acting Assistant Vice President for Legal Affairs and Labor Relations, Joy Tolliver for a conversation about current immigration policy and how it applies to the BMCC community. Register here using your BMCC email. |
| Mar 26 |
Improving Course Accessibility: Working with Ally in BrightspaceWednesday, March 26, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm in Zoom Learn how you can use the Ally tool in Brightspace to review your course materials and make simple changes to improve course accessibility. Register here. |
| Mar 27 |
Zoom Tips and TricksThursday, March 27, 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm in Zoom Learn about new Zoom features and deepen your knowledge of familiar features. Register here. |
| Mar 28 |
Help Students Get Involved at BMCC: Making BMCC a Second (or Third, or Fourth!) HomeFriday, March 28, 10:00 am - 11:00 am in Zoom Are you looking for ways to encourage your students to take advantage of BMCC’s services? Let’s learn from our students. Student presenters will share their experiences about getting involved with a BMCC service, program, or initiative. Register here. |
April 2025
| Apr 1 |
Improve Retention and Engagement with Open Educational Practices!Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm in Zoom Stop by our info sessions to learn how you can improve course outcomes by incorporating open educational practices! Find out how your colleagues are using open educational practices, and preview paid opportunities this June to incorporate OEP into your course(s). Register here. |
| Apr 1 |
Faculty Project ShareTuesday, April 1, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm in CETLS (S510D) and Zoom Come by and hear from your fellow faculty members about their scholarly projects, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and use the space as an opportunity for potential collaboration. Remedios Varo’s Venezuelan Sojourn (1947-1949): An Exploration of Sources - Presented by Margaret Carson (Modern Languages). Two Sarcophagi from Roman Berytus and their Ancient Patrons - Presented by Sarah Madole Lewis (Music and Art). Register here to attend via Zoom. Email Odaelys Pollard to attend in person. |
| Apr 2 |
Improve Retention and Engagement with Open Educational Practices!Wednesday, April 2, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm in CETLS (S510D) Stop by our info sessions to learn how you can improve course outcomes by incorporating open educational practices! Find out how your colleagues are using open educational practices, and preview paid opportunities this June to incorporate OEP into your course(s). RSVP to jean amaral at jamaral@bmcc.cuny.edu. |
| Apr 4 |
Queer Communities Faculty/Staff Interest GroupFriday, April 4, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Zoom Open to all employees of BMCC who would like to participate in building community, finding points of bonding/joy and advocacy, and how to help students. |
| Apr 8 |
On the Tee-Vee: Some Notes for AcademicsTuesday, April 8, 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm in Zoom Our colleague Saavik Ford will share a bit of her experience and expertise on how to get a spot as a talking head and how to be your most effective self once you're on there. Part of the Inquirer Talks series highlighting the work of faculty who have published pieces in BMCC’s Inquirer. Register here. |
| Apr 25 |
Library Resources for Faculty: RefWorks and UlrichsWebFriday, April 25, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm in CETLS (S510D) Learn about RefWorks, a web-based reference management tool, and Ulrichsweb, which provides publication trends and information about more than 300,000 periodical/journals. RSVP to Kanu Nagra. |
| Apr 25 |
Queer Communities Faculty/Staff Interest GroupFriday, April 25, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Zoom Open to all employees of BMCC who would like to participate in building community, finding points of bonding/joy and advocacy, and how to help students. |
| Apr 28 |
Building Academic Communities and Careers: Advancing Criminal Justice Education through Conference EngagementMonday, April 28, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm in Zoom Four BMCC faculty members will talk about their experiences organizing student trips to conferences in Boston and DC - both the satisfying aspects of watching our students grow, and the frustrations and pitfalls of planning such a major endeavor. Part of the Inquirer Talks series highlighting the work of faculty who have published pieces in BMCC’s Inquirer. Register here. |
May 2025
| May 7 |
Faculty/Staff Social HourWednesday, May 7, 4:30 pm - 5:45 pm in Oculus Beer Garden Join your colleagues for an end-of-the-semester social hour at the Oculus Beer Garden after May's department meetings. All BMCC faculty and staff are welcome to attend! RSVP here. |
| May 9 |
Queer Communities Faculty/Staff Interest GroupFriday, May 9, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Zoom Open to all employees of BMCC who would like to participate in building community, finding points of bonding/joy and advocacy, and how to help students. |
