Professional Development Day

Evolution:

March 29

Welcome!

The Professional Development Committee is proud to bring you this 2024 Professional Development Day: A Journey Toward Transformation and Belonging at Santa Fe College. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day!

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Lisa M. Nunn

Dr. Lisa M. Nunn serves as sociology professor and director of Center for Educational Excellence at University of San Diego.

Dr. Nunn’s scholarship focuses on the experiences, identities, success, and overall well-being of college students, with a special focus on first-generation students. Her book, College Belonging, follows first-year college students for two years. She documents their experiences and what types of obstacles they faced in meeting their belonging needs.

You can read an online copy of College Belonging by typing this URL into your browser or scanning the QR code: https://bit.ly/college-belonging-nunn.

Dr. Nunn will be available at 3:15 p.m. in the gym lobby to autograph hard copies of her book. We’re so glad that she’s here! College Belonging: How First-Gen and First-Year Students Navigate Campus Life

Day At-A-Glance

Coffee service and registration in the gym lobby

8:00−9:00 a.m.

Please come between 8 and 8:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation. If you pre-registered online, please go to the registration table to pick up your packet. If registering in person, please go to the table that offers on-site paper registration.

Welcome and keynote in the gymnasium

9:00 10:15 a.m.

Food and drinks are prohibited in the gym. Arrive early to enjoy the coffee service and connect with colleagues.

Session 1

10:30 11:15 a.m.

Visit page 4 for session locations and descriptions.

Session 2

11:30 a.m.−12:15 p.m.

Visit page 5 for session locations and descriptions.

Lunch

12:30 1:30 p.m.

Please check your lunch ticket for venue. Limited outdoor seating is available if weather permits. We have limited seating for each venue. Please go to the place you have been assigned to get your food. You can get your meal at the venue and enjoy it outside if you wish.

Session 3

1:45 2:30 p.m.

Visit page 7 for session locations and descriptions.

Awards, ice cream and book signing in the gym

2:45 3:45 p.m.

Please complete the questions on your prize card and put it in the bowl as you enter the gymnasium. We will notify all winners with instructions on where to pick up their prizes.

Session 1

A Bit about BIT (Behavioral Intervention Team)

BIT Intervention Team, P-265

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

Tracey Reeves, L-037

Kindness by Design: The Need Connection & Compassion in the Age of AI

Jason Frank, P-160

Maximizing Mentorship for SF Achieve Scholars

Quinten Eyman, Keyna Wintjen, L-228

Step into Another World with Virtual Production

Eric Flagg, Eli O’Hearn and Marc Shahboz, E-129

The Future Is Now! Tracking Trends in AI

Andy Sheppard and Julie Shay, P-163

Use of Active Learning Models in STEM

Courses to Support Underrepresented and Marginalized Students

Angela Lounds-Singleton, P-165

Constructing Great Test Questions and Tests

Page Jerzak, P-161

Have You Heard of TRIO?

Andrea Mender, Terry Coker, Jodi Doher, Shanita Dunmore, Melody Graveen, Yolanda

Thomas, P-162

Leading Teams: Building a Culture of Trust

Heather Doles, P-262

Continued Conversations on Civility

Yvette Carter, P-260

“I didn’t know it was a thing I could do!”

Lessons from First-Gen Students

Lee Delaino, P-264

Maximize Your SF Benefits

Betsy Nunu, P-220

Overwhelmed? Rejuvenate with Mindfulness

SESSION CANCELLED

SF Spring Arts Festival is Back!

Kyle Novak, L-02

Manisha Ranade and Beatriz

Gonzalez, P-261

Students Aren’t the Only Ones Experiencing Imposter Syndrome

Naima Brown and Nilanjana

Caballero, P-266

Tips and Tricks for Keeping Your Sanity in Outlook Email

Zona Gale, C-120

Want to Know How to Talk with a Computer? Learn to Speak in Code

James Nichols, Ritsa Mallous and Omar Jennings, C-119

Suicide Prevention Training

Steve Vutsinas and Kalpana Swamy, C-114

Transformational Leadership

Chanda Stebbins, L-01

Working and Engaging with Challenging People

Naeema Britton and Lara Zwilling, L-048

Session 2 • 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Are You Ready to Pivot with Excel’s Pivot Tables?

James Nichols, Ritsa Mallous and Omar Jennings, C-119

Games for Change: Teambuilding for a Stronger “We”

Jon Wolfe, P-160

Maximize Your SF Benefits

Betsy Nunu, P-220

Neurodivergence and Belonging at Santa Fe College

Beth Roland, Lindy Russell and Carissa Madden, P-163

Step into Another World with Virtual Production

Eric Flagg. Eli O’Hearn and Marc Shahboz, E-129

The Question Project:

Hosting Difficult but Meaningful Conversations

Jason Frank and Ann Thebaut, P-162

Zero Waste at Santa Fe College

Jade Salamone and Amanda Waddle, L-048

Cultivating Belonging: A Dialogue with Lisa Nunn and First-Gen Voices WA-104

Healthy Saints: Small Steps to Improve Metabolic Health and Avoid Chronic Disease

Angela Lounds-Singleton and Patrick Rowe, P-165

Mind Body Life Mental Health Initiative

Brian Stanton, P-264

Proactive Conflict Management

Lara Zwilling and panelists, L-037

Suicide Prevention Training

Steve Vutsinas and Kalpana Swamy, C-114

Tips and Tricks for Keeping Your Sanity in Outlook Email

Zona Gale, C-120

Educational Evolution: Navigating AI in Higher Education

Nico Rose, Dr. Alexandra Bitton-Bailey, WA-108

Helping Our Younger Students Get AheadOur Institutional Role

Jen Homard and panelists, L-01

Navigating the New Norms of the FAFSA for Shared Student Success

Kamia “Mia” Mwango, Bill Barnes and Colin Benner, P-164

Promoting Students’ Interdependence with Group Assessments

Beatriz Gonzalez, P-161

The Art of Advising: Navigating Change and Fostering Belonging

Joseph Stevens and panelists, P-261

Yes, You Can Get Better Sleep!

Steven Arnett, P-260

Lunch • 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Your lunch ticket is included in the packet you picked up this morning. Be sure to go to the location that is listed on your lunch ticket. Your name tag color also corresponds to your lunch location. Once you have your lunch, feel free to move outdoors. Tables are set up in the Oak Grove for your dining pleasure.

Special thanks to our caterers today: Custom Catering, La Fortuna, Hills BBQ, Radha’s Kitchen, Ritter’s Frozen Custard, and Subway.

La Fortuna

Come to the Food Court where you will find delicious Latin cuisine prepared by Francisca’s staff. Choose your beverage from the coolers located in the Food Court. Feel free to dine inside or outside. (Green Name Tag)

Hills BBQ

Hills BBQ will have a buffet style meal for you in one of two locations. Check your lunch ticket and go to the location listed. Your ticket will direct you to R-001 or S-029. (Blue Name Tag = R-001, Yellow Name Tag = S-029)

Radha’s Kitchen

Enjoy delicious plant-based cuisine from Radha’s Kitchen in S-326-327 and S-330. Radha is known for her yummy food – even by people who aren’t vegetarian or vegan! (Orange Name Tag)

Subway

Dive into a scrumptious salad or sub from Subway in the Food Court. Choose a beverage from the coolers located in the Food Court. You can dine inside or outside. Check your ticket to see what you ordered. (Purple Name Tag)

Music is provided by the Handpan 360 Ensemble and friends. Learn about handpans at https://handpan360.com

A Day in the Life of an English Language Learner (ELLs) at SF College

Shannon Leontiades, Karen Elliott, Tatiana Velasco Bruno and Bill Stephenson, L-048

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

Tracey Reeves, P-164

Interacting with Wildlife on Campus

Julie Smith and Shawntal Abram, P-160

Maximize Your SF Benefits

Betsy Nunu, P-220

Rethinking Research Assignments: Practices for Student Success

Diana Matthews and Jenna Miller, C-120

Supporting FirstGeneration Students

Andrea Mender and Lee

Delaino, L-037

Using AI to Improve Accessibility

Andy Sheppard and Beth Roland, P-262

A Practical Approach to Personal Wellness for Busy People

Rod Clark, P-162

Hackers: We Want You!

James Nichols, Ritsa Mallous, Omar Jennings, C-119

COIL and International Virtual Exchange at Santa Fe College

Rimjhim Banerjee –Batist, Marcela Murillo, Manisha

Ranade and Glynn Hayes, P-265

Increasing Community and Engagement with Research Projects

Jared Stees and Cody Godwin, P-165

Introduction to Workday

Deanne Caldwell and panelists, P-264

Mindful Leadership

Trenton Hightower, Dr. Krishna Abhishek Ghosh, P-263

Knowing Our Students

Naima Brown, P-260

Step into Another World with Virtual Production

Eric Flagg, Eli O’Hearn and Marc Shahboz, E-129

The Florida Heritage Foods Project: Linking Local Food and Culture in the Classroom and Beyond

Sarah Cervone, Joshua Braley, Dan Stepp and Mirian HayRoe, L-228

We Got Your 6!

Sandra Torres Pintos and Nick McMillen, P-163

Project or Project Based Learning: What’s Best for My Students?

Katherin Garland, Emma Larsen, Noah Turner, and Mia Ibanez, P-161

Suicide Prevention Training

Steve Vutsinas and Kalpana Swamy, C-114

Transform Your Canvas Quizzes with Diagnostics

Page Jerzak, P-261

Session Descriptions

Session 1 • 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.

A Bit about BIT (Behavioral Intervention Team) • P-265

Learn how your “See Something Say Something” reports are processed through our Behavioral Intervention Team and how that has facilitated interventions such as threat aversion, a culture of care, and student support for success.

Constructing Great Test Questions and Tests

P-161

Want your tests to measure your course and module outcomes? Learn the qualities of “good” test items including: question types, order effects, test forms, and fairness as well as quiz options in Canvas. Bring your tests to the next level with improved construction!

Continued Conversations on Civility • P-260

Join special guest Yvette Carter, Director of Government Affairs and Community Relations for the City of Gainesville and 2023 Woman of Distinction, for an interactive conversation about civility in the workplace.

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

L-037

Emotional well-being involves feeling a sense of belonging. Emotionally intelligent leadership combines elements of emotional intelligence and leadership with a focus on the mutual relationship between a leader and others and the context in creating positive change. This session will provide an overview of this comprehensive model and participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own abilities, perspectives, and experiences.

Have You Heard of TRIO? • P-162

TRIO programs are designed to identify and provide services to income-eligible firstgeneration students and students with disabilities. Hear our students share how TRIO has helped them navigate their college journey successfully and provided them with a space where they know they belong.

“I didn’t know it was a thing I could do!” Lessons from First-Gen Students • P-264 Learning Commons Director, Lee Delaino, will share findings from her dissertation research. This qualitative study looked at experiences of first-generation community college students and the relationship between these experiences and student motivation and persistence. Participants will discuss how we can work together to increase student motivation, sense of belonging, self-efficacy, and persistence.

Kindness by Design: The Need Connection & Compassion in the Age of AI • P-160 The explosion in the use of generative AI has highlighted the human need to build

authentic and meaningful learning communities. Kindness by Design provides a framework that fosters trust and engagement by emphasizing the value of openness, interest, clarity, fairness, and play.

Leading Teams: Building a Culture of Trust • P-262

Healthy work cultures don’t just happen. How can leaders build strong teams that have transformational potential? How do community agreements, or norms, build the culture of a team? This presentation will identify the steps for creating and maintaining effective norms that will support an emotionally healthy, trusting working environment that fosters a sense of belonging.

Maximize Your SF Benefits • P-220

Join Interim Benefits Manager Betsy Nunu for a workshop focused on getting the most out of your benefits. Find out how to maximize your benefits by earning $140 in Wellness rewards, how to plan for navigate myfrs, and learn tips for utilizing your $600 HRA funds.

Maximizing Mentorship for SF Achieve Scholars • L-228

The mentorship component of SF Achieve creates connections between incoming students and a mentor. These relationships have proven instrumental in fostering student success. Advisors, academic coaches, and mentorship experts from the Learning Commons will share specific strategies that help mentors develop their skills. This will include a dive into how to leverage the Navigate tool to improve student success outcomes.

Overwhelmed? Rejuvenate with Mindfulness • P-261

SESSION CANCELLED

Are you curious about the connection between stress, empathy, higher Ed, and mindfulness? Combining wisdom from age-old traditions and modern science, this hands-on workshop provides a practical approach to using mindfulness for well-being.

SF Spring Arts Festival is Back! • L-02

Get the scoop on all the great things happening at the SF Spring Arts Festival this year. Looks like there’s something for everyone!

Step into Another World with Virtual Production • E-129

The Digital Media Technology program and Educational Media Studio will host an immersive demonstration in the new Virtual Production teaching studio. We will demo this state-of-the-art technology and show you how virtual production is changing the landscape of multimedia production from filmmaking and music videos to commercials and much more. Santa Fe College is the first state college in Florida to provide training in this cutting-edge technology. Join us in “The Black Box” to be amazed! Limit 30.

Students Aren’t the Only Ones Experiencing Imposter Syndrome • P-266

Many of us deal with imposter syndrome each day. This affects our willingness to apply for new opportunities, limits our ability accept different challenges, and impacts our capacity to reach full potential. In this small-group, highly interactive session, participants will share their own experiences and discuss strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome in various setting. Limited to 10 participants.

Suicide Prevention Training • C-114

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an online suicide prevention training for all students, faculty, and staff. The training helps participants recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Get started at PD Day!

If you are unable to attend the Suicide Prevention Training during Sessions 1, 2 or 3 today, you can participate in the training online by following these instructions:

Steps to Complete the Training & Earn A Gift Certificate

1. Go to www.qprtraining.com/setup

2. Enter SFC.

3. Select Create Account

4. Complete and submit the registration form using your SF email account. a. QPR will display and email you your newly created Username and Password.

5. Check your college email account and use the new username and password to log in for the training.

6. Complete the pre-test, course material, and post-test.

7. Print your certificate.

8. Check your email. Within 3 business days, you will have an email from brian.stanton@sfcollege.edu with information for picking up your $25 Walmart gift card.

The Future Is Now! Tracking Trends in AI • P-163

AI is evolving at a whirlwind pace. Having trouble keeping up? You’re not alone! This workshop highlights major advancements in AI over the past year and discusses opportunities to help our students cultivate AI-related skills to be more successful as they embark on their careers.

Tips and Tricks for Keeping Your Sanity in Outlook Email • C-120

If you manage a lot of emails, this workshop is for you! Learn specific techniques and tips for organizing and maintaining your email while staying sane!

Transformational Leadership • L-01

Transformational leaders are coaches who know how to steward our “human” resources wisely. Join Coach-turned-athletic director, Chanda Stebbins, for some

inspiration to help you develop an innovative mindset that puts being a servant before success, products, and outcomes.

Use of Active Learning Models in STEM Courses to Support Underrepresented and Marginalized Students • P-165

In this session, you will explore activities and projects used to nurture inclusivity, increase access, and promote student retention. We will explore how you can use trauma-informed teaching to transform your classroom environment and assignments for a healthier campus culture.

Want to Know How to Talk with a Computer? Learn to Speak in Code • C-119

Have you ever thought of Python as something other than a snake? This step-bystep demonstration will help you write some basic Python programming code to better understand how a computer language that mobilizes AI works.

Working and Engaging with Challenging People • L-048

This session will discuss how to recognize types of difficult people and help you understand reasons for their behavior. Learn specific strategies and ways to engage with others who might be challenging in various settings.

Session 2 • 11:30 AM – 12:15 p.m.

Are You Ready to Pivot with Excel’s Pivot Tables? • C-119

Does creating course schedules make you want to run for the hills? In this session, you will learn how to view various course modalities, efficiently utilize classrooms, create availability of days/times, manage multiple instructors, and ensure adequate coverage.

Cultivating Belonging: A Dialogue with Lisa Nunn and First-Gen Voices • WA-104

Join our special session with Keynote Speaker Lisa Nunn for an extended Q&A, featuring a panel of Santa Fe College employees who are first-generation college graduates. Lisa’s scholarship focuses on students’ experiences and belonging, particularly among first-generation and first-year students. She will delve deeper into the challenges and successes explored in her recent book, College Belonging, and the panel will share their perspectives.

Educational Evolution: Navigating AI in Higher Education • WA-108

Join our guest speakers as we delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the educational sector - focusing on its integration into higher education systems. Learn about the latest advancements in AI that are enhancing teaching methodologies, personalizing student learning experiences, and streamlining administrative processes. We will also address the challenges and

ethical considerations of implementing AI in academic settings, offering insights into how educators and institutions can effectively navigate this evolving landscape.

Games for Change: Teambuilding for a Stronger “We” • P-160

Engage in dynamic team-building activities fostering new connections. Discover “Aha moments,” individual strengths, ideas for growth, and cross-cultural support. Comfortable footwear and clothing is recommended.

Healthy Saints: Small Steps to Improve Your Health Today and Into the Future • P-165

Our current health reflects the countless daily decisions we’ve made over the previous months and years. Progress toward health goals, however we define them - blood sugar, blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, triglycerides, etc. - stems from more informed decisions. In this workshop, we will learn about a few concepts that are rarely discussed during routine doctor visits but play a central role in most of today’s common health conditions and explore our options for improvement.

Helping Our Younger Students Get Ahead --- Our Institutional Role • L-01

Join us as we talk about our younger students at SF by exploring both our dual enrollment program, which turns 50 years young next fall, and our new Academy of Science and Technology, which is wrapping up its first year. Topics to be explored include post-pandemic trends we are seeing in this population of students (and their parents!), their mental and social wellbeing, and their preferences for course selection and potential careers.

Maximize Your SF Benefits • P-220

Join Interim Benefits Manager Betsy Nunu for a workshop focused on getting the most out of your benefits. Find out how to maximize your benefits by earning $140 in Wellness rewards, how to plan for navigate myfrs, and learn tips for utilizing your $600 HRA funds.

Mind Body Life Mental Health Initiative • P-264

Mental health is a priority on our campus. This session provides an overview of resources available to all faculty, staff, and students. Attendees will learn about our Mind Body Life awareness campaigns, wellness initiatives, community partnerships, and professional development opportunities.

Navigating the New Norms of the FAFSA for Shared Student Success • P-164

Explore significant updates to FAFSA, learn how to decode changes in eligibility and timelines, and discover actionable strategies for various college roles committed to student success. This session addresses the evolving landscape of financial aid while providing streamlined approaches for both students and professionals.

Neurodivergence and Belonging at Santa Fe College • P-163

What’s it like to be a student (or employee) who processes information differently from most people? This presentation will teach us how to foster a sense of belonging for neurodivergent faculty, staff, and students at Santa Fe College. Drawing from recent research and student feedback, we’ll share ideas and engage the audience in brainstorming to cultivate a more neuro-inclusive workplace culture.

Proactive Conflict Management • L-037

Join our panel of faculty and staff as they share practical insights, proactive strategies, and real-life experiences of successfully handling challenging situations in the educational setting.

Promoting Students’ Interdependence with Group Assessments • P-161

Explore the importance of fostering student connections and effective communication through group assessments. This presentation will guide participants in forming and assessing groups and highlight the benefits of promoting engagement and positive interactions. Join us to discover how incorporating group assessments can contribute to the transformation and sense of belonging at Santa Fe College, emphasizing the practical aspects of implementing this approach in any educational setting.

Step into Another World with Virtual Production • E-129

The Digital Media Technology program and Educational Media Studio will host an immersive demonstration in the new Virtual Production teaching studio. We will demo this state-of-the-art technology and show you how virtual production is changing the landscape of multimedia production from filmmaking and music videos to commercials and much more. Santa Fe College is the first state college in Florida to provide training in this cutting-edge technology. Join us in “The Black Box” to be amazed!

Suicide Prevention Training • C-114

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an online suicide prevention training for all students, faculty, and staff. The training helps participants recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Completers will receive a $25.00 Walmart gift certificate. Get started at PD Day! (See URL for this training in Session 1. You can complete the training from home!)

The Art of Advising: Navigating Change and Fostering Belonging • P-261

Featuring advisors from across the college, this engaging panel discussion showcases the diverse advising responsibilities at Santa Fe College and how advisors adapt to meet the evolving needs of students. Join us for a dynamic dialogue on how academic advising can drive individual and institutional growth while fostering a sense of belonging. We’d love to answer your questions and connect with you!

The Question Project: Hosting Difficult but Meaningful Conversations

• P-162

The Question Project trains instructors in the skill of hosting productive and civil exchanges between students. This workshop will help you create ideal conditions for difficult conversations that invite students to build bridges based on shared values, and simple ground rules.

Tips and Tricks for Keeping Your Sanity in Outlook Email

• C-120

If you manage a lot of emails, this workshop is for you! Learn specific techniques and tips for organizing and maintaining your email while staying sane!

Yes, You Can Get Better Sleep!

• P-260

Does sleep really matter? This session will give you a comprehensive understanding of sleep’s crucial role in physical and mental well-being. Learn to identify and address common sleep disorders, develop practical strategies for better sleep, and explore creating a sleep-friendly workplace. Discover the link between sleep and mental health and acquire time management skills to balance your work demands.

Zero Waste at Santa Fe College

• L-048

The new Zero Waste initiatives model our community’s commitment to becoming a more sustainable campus. Discover the “ins and outs” of SF’s Zero Waste mindset. Become an empowered participant in creating a Zero Waste culture and sharing with others. We need people like you!

Session 3

• 1:45 PM – 2:30 p.m.

A Day in the Life of an English Language Learner (ELL) at SF College • L-048

This interactive presentation offers a glimpse into a “day in the life” of an ELL (English Language Learner), emphasizing how faculty and staff actions can positively impact students’ sense of belonging at Santa Fe College. We will shed light on the growing number of ELLs on campus and increase your understanding of their unique challenges, barriers, and cultural adjustments. Each of us can make a difference!

A Practical Approach to Personal Wellness for Busy People • P-162

Personal Wellness is a journey. This presentation aims to dismantle past discouragements and unrealistic expectations. We’ll provide practical strategies and building blocks to cultivate a healthy approach to your wellness journey, making it an empowering experience rather than a source of stress.

COIL and International Virtual Exchange at Santa Fe College

• P-265

Explore the transformative potential of International Virtual Exchanges (IVE) in higher education at Santa Fe College. Discover practical strategies for integrating IVE seamlessly across disciplines, fostering cross-cultural perspectives and global

collaboration. Enhance your teaching toolkit and promote a globalized educational experience by gaining comprehensive insights into IVE and its successful implementation.

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

• P-164

Emotional well-being involves feeling a sense of belonging. Emotionally intelligent leadership combines elements of emotional intelligence and leadership with a focus on the mutual relationship between a leader and others and the context of creating positive change. This session will provide an overview of this comprehensive model. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own abilities, perspectives, and experiences.

Hackers: We Want You!

• C-119

Digitalized information can be a valued commodity. But it can also lead to unintended consequences. Learn how to keep your information safe with tips from SF’s Center of Cybersecurity.

Increasing Community and Engagement with Research Projects

• P-165

Explore the value of active research projects in and outside classrooms through a student-led biology lab example that demonstrates seamless integration into the curriculum and measurement of academic performance. Delve into an ongoing research project beyond the classroom, showcasing its impact on sustaining science education and increasing student engagement.

Interacting with Wildlife on Campus

• P-160

Explore the diverse campus wildlife in our presentation on animal cohabitation, the challenges animals face, and how we can contribute to their well-being. Join us to appreciate the ecosystem’s delicate balance, culminating in optional encounters with several animals, expertly handled by presenters.

Introduction to Workday

• P-264

The college is excited to begin implementing Workday for all HR and Finance online operations. Join us for an overview of the college’s new software for human resource and finance operations.

Knowing Our Students

• P-260

Want to know more about SF students? This session will use various data points to paint a picture of the SF student body. While numbers alone cannot tell our students’ stories, attendees will leave with a general overview of who SF students are, what their experiences are like, and how they are faring at the college.

Maximize Your SF Benefits

• P-220

Join Interim Benefits Manager Betsy Nunu for a workshop focused on getting the

most out of your benefits. Find out how to maximize your benefits by earning $140 in Wellness rewards, how to plan for navigate myfrs, and learn tips for utilizing your $600 HRA funds.

Mindful Leadership • P-263

This interactive session blends the principles of ancient yoga philosophy with the latest scientific research to open new dimensions for anyone in a position of leadership. Discover personalized mindfulness tools that you can access in your everyday life.

Project or Project Based Learning: What’s Best for My Students? • P-161

We know that first-generation students learn better when courses are studentcentered and engaging. Participants will learn to differentiate between project and project-based learning by discussing examples of both. We will discuss the purpose of student-centered learning and teacher-centered learning, and why a combination of both is necessary to meet course objectives.

Rethinking Research Assignments: Practices for Student Success • C-120

Is grading your students’ research assignments as painful for you as it is for students to complete them? One study found that 73% of students surveyed didn’t know what college research entails. Join this interactive workshop that will help you design research activities to help students bridge the gaps in their grasp of research as a process.

Step into Another World with Virtual Production • E-129

The Digital Media Technology program and Educational Media Studio will host an immersive demonstration in the new Virtual Production teaching studio. We will demo this state-of-the-art technology and show you how virtual production is changing the landscape of multimedia production from filmmaking and music videos to commercials and much more. Santa Fe College is the first state college in Florida to provide training in this cutting-edge technology. Join us in “The Black Box” to be amazed!

Suicide Prevention Training • C-114

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an online suicide prevention training for all students, faculty, and staff. The training helps participants recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Completers will receive a $25.00 Walmart gift certificate. Get started at PD Day! (See URL for this training in Session 1. You can complete the training from home!)

Supporting First-Generation Students • L-037

Learn how to support first-generation students by helping them navigate the “hidden curriculum,” foster relationships, and increase campus involvement. These keys

to success have a significant impact on first-gen students. This presentation equips faculty and staff with tools to build a sense of belonging with first-gen students through meaningful interactions, emphasizing that small changes from everyone can collectively contribute to the evolution at Santa Fe College.

The Florida Heritage Foods Project: Linking Local Food and Culture in the Classroom and Beyond • L-228

Discover the Florida Heritage Foods Project! We empower students to create educational materials highlighting the historical, cultural, nutritional, and culinary significance of crops in Florida’s multicultural history. This presentation showcases food-based instructional tools designed by SF faculty and invites participants to explore innovative ways of engaging students in topics related to local food systems, public service, and multiculturalism. Join us to explore how project-based learning through the lens of food can connect students to the diverse histories shaping Florida’s cultural landscape.

Transform Your Canvas Quizzes with Diagnostics • P-261

How can you assess how well your students or staff performed on a Canvas quiz? We will explore options available within Canvas, look at sample diagnostics, and plan to address problematic aspects of their quizzes. Learn what makes a “good” quiz and how you can fix quizzes that aren’t working as well as you’d like.

Using AI to Improve Accessibility • P-262

AI tools like ChatGPT can create increasingly accurate transcripts that are almost on par with professional captioning providers. AI-image generation tools also help us create diverse imagery – which allows us to create supplemental multimedia content more quickly. By leveraging AI, instructional materials can become more inclusive and empower all learners to fully engage with educational content. This presentation will demonstrate three tools for achieving this end.

We Got Your 6! • P-163

We will provide you with a glimpse into the evolution of a military student’s transfer from life in the military to academic life and the top-down support we can provide to ensure inclusivity and a smooth transition.

It really does take a village!

Thanks to all the many people who have worked to make this day a success. You know who you are!

Thanks to the Athletics Department for sharing their facilities with us today.

We want to share a special thanks to the Facilities employees − the setup and moving crews, landscapers, room schedulers, and custodians − who worked diligently behind

the scenes to make this event a success. And, of course, thanks to Dr. Broadie, whose vision opened the door for this special day.

Special thanks to all the amazing students who helped throughout the day.

We appreciate you!

Thanks for joining us today!

Professional Development Committee:

Human Resources

Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE)

Center for Academic Technologies & Training (CATT)

Association of Florida Colleges (AFC)

Student Affairs

Professional Development Day is a collaboration of Human Resources, Marketing and Communications, QEP and Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE).

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Join us next year for Professional Development Day on Friday, March 28, 2025!

SF’s 2023-2028 Quality Enhancement Plan implements, through the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, research-based faculty professional development in Transparency in Teaching and Learning, Sense of Belonging, and ACUE Effective Teaching Practices to:

• Increase overall course success and retention for all students

• Narrow performance gaps between our diverse student populations

• Improve student engagement and the student experience

Professional Development Opportunities

Training Sessions from HR and Continuing Education

February 13, 9 a.m. – noon

Building Teams That Work

Lashay McKnight NW Campus, A-005

May 14, 9 a.m. – noon

Emotional Intelligence

Norman Seavers NW Campus, A-005

Upcoming CTLE Events

August 14 and 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

New Faculty Orientation

September 27th 10:00 − 2:30 p.m.

NISOD regional workshop. Faculty Chats

November 1, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Fall Faculty Symposium

Student Affairs

October 11, 1-4 p.m.

Student Affairs Symposium

Dr. Ladonna Young Mindset GPS