STRONG ROOTS, BRIGHT FUTURE Stories that make up the heart of the University of Findlay – funny, touching, life-changing, inspiring – were captured this fall in a project by the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE). “As an English professor, I’m aware of the power of stories—and who better to tell the story of UF than the people who have contributed to it?” said Christine Denecker, Ph.D., associate vice president for learning and innovation, and director of CTE. “We chose the ‘Strong Roots. Bright Future’ theme as a way to remind all of us at UF that we’re a part of something bigger than ourselves–something that was
here before us and something that will endure after us,” she explained. “We are part of UF’s story, and that’s a unique privilege in that we stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, and we have an obligation to continue the University’s mission for the next generations of Oilers.” Faculty and staff members – both longtime and new – participated in the video story series sharing their favorite memories. They were asked about beloved UF traditions, special places on campus, and what lies ahead for Oiler Nation. On the following pages are some excerpts. Watch the videos recorded for the series by scanning the QR code below!
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