PDA Day Event Schedule
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:10am - 8:30am | Doors Open |
| 8:30am-10:00am |
Opening Program (Burbank Auditorium) |
| 10:00am - 10:20am | Break (Coffee, Tea and Water available in the foyer of Lindley) |
| 10:20am - 11:50am | Session 1 Workshops - 1.5 hour session |
| 11:50am - 12:50pm | Lunch Break (Bertolini Dinning Commons) |
| 12:50pm - 2:20pm | Session 2 Workshops - 1.5 hour session |
| 2:20pm - 2:40pm | Break |
| 2:40pm - 4:10pm | Session 3 Workshops - 1.5 hour session |
Burbank Auditorium Lecture 8:30AM-10:00AM
Spring 2025 Tauzer Lecture
Dr. Karen Frindell Teuscher
In this year's Tauzer lecture, Dr. Karen Frindell Teuscher will tell a story of atoms and light, and how she followed the beauty of colors into the study of chemistry.
Tauzer Lecture Live Link: https://live.santarosa.edu
Session 1: 10:20 AM - 11:50 AM
Session #: S1:01
Title: Boost Your Department Budget: Hiring CalWORKs Students at 75% Salary Coverage
Presenters: Leticia Garcia & Emmanuel Lopez
Description: This workshop aims to inform SRJC staff and faculty about the benefits of hiring CalWORKs students through the CalWORKs study program. By participating, departments can fill valuable student worker positions while saving a significant portion of their budget. The workshop will cover how the program covers 75% of the students' wages, and in certain cases, Federal Work-Study funds can cover the remaining 25%. This initiative offers a win-win opportunity: departments save money, and students gain invaluable work experience.
Location: Lindley 271
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:02
Title: Critical Incident Mindset
Presenters: Daniel James & Amy Lankford
Description: Provide a basic understanding of the types of critical incidents you could encounter and strategies on how you can develop the mindset to deal with that encounter. An overview of District Polices role during a critical incident.
Location: Lindley 171
Pathway: Wellness & Safety
Session #: S1:03
Title: Going Beyond the Performative: what students really need from a Hispanic Serving Institution
Presenters: Rafael Vazquez Guzman & Students
Description: Once a college or university is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), it becomes eligible for federal funding aimed at supporting the success of Latinx students. While many colleges apply for grants under the HSI status, these funds are often distributed using a trickle-down approach, which can limit direct benefits to students. In this workshop, we will define what it means to be an HSI and listen to both current and former SRJC students discuss the services they consider essential for their academic success.
Location: Lindley 206
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:04
Title: SRJC Forward: Implementing Guided Pathways and Reimagining the Student Experience
Presenters: Matthew Long & Michael Hale
Description: After years of inquiry and design work, we are finally entering the implementation stage of the GP work. During this session, we will introduce the new team and taskforce structure that will guide and support our implementation efforts. We are also excited to share our implementation plans. Our first priority will be mapping and areas of interest. We will review what the Senate Mapping subgroup accomplished in previous years; then, we will discuss our current plan to verify that mapping information and import it into our new software products as part of the Banner implementation. We will lastly cover our future implementation plans.
Session #: S1:00 - Canceled
Title: How to Apply for a FFAS Grant
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Session #: S1:05
Title: Pedagogy of Wonder: Using Museum & Gallery Space
Presenters: Dr. AC Panella
Description: Friends! When you travel, do you look up what museums to visit first? Do you have an impressive amount of TikTok videos and Insta Reels saved to remind you what to see? Do you get excited to see new elements of culture, science, or art? So do our students! This hands-on workshop will introduce visual learning strategies, sample activities, and campus resources to make our campus a place of discovery!
Location: SRJC Multicultural Museum 1405
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Diversity & Demographics
Session #: S1:06
Title: Post-Tauzer Lecture Discussion with Dr. Karen Frindell-Teuscher
Presenters: Dr. Karen Frindell-Teuscher/Nicole Slovak
Description: Follow-up discussion with Dr. Karen Frindell-Teuscher on her Spring PDA Tauzer Lecture.
Location: Burbank Frank Chong Studio
Pathway: General Interest
Session #: S1:00 - Canceled
Title: Retirement STRS, PERS and voluntary plans - Canceled
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Session #: S1:08
Title: SEIU Classified Unit Meeting
Presenters: SEIU Classified Executive Council/Jenn Cox
Description: This session is for Classified Professionals. Come learn what your union is doing for you and bring questions for your union representatives.
Location: Lindley 221
Pathway: General Interest
Session #: S1:09
Title: STEAM/Health Sciences (Part 1): Supporting Students by Partnering with Avanzando, MESA, and HOPE
Presenters: Alissa Wolters, Lucero Jimenez Ceja, Jessica Zambrano, Arley Aguilar Luna, Emmanuel Lopez Ortiz
Description: The HAM Center (HOPE, Avanzando, and MESA) will discuss how faculty, staff, and managers in both Academic Affairs and Student Services can partner with these three unique programs currently serving 600+ students pursuing pathways in STEAM and Health Sciences to expand success initiatives and increase the participation of underrepresented students in these wide array of disciplines.
Location: Lindley 138
Pathway: Teaching Learning & Student Support; Diversity & Demographics, General Interest
Session #: S1:10
Title: The Zoom Recordings Purge: How to keep your Zoom files for 2025 and beyond
Presenters: Nate Musser, Matt Pearson
Description: In fall 2025, Zoom recordings will be deleted for all users. Media Services and Distance Education will work in partnership to help users to retain their current Zoom recordings in perpetuity, highlighting the options available for long term storage and use.
Session #: S1:11
Title: Top Ten Library Resources for Faculty (aka...Eat Your Heart Out, David Letterman)
Presenters: Sheila Cunningham, Jessica Harris, Katrina Rahn
Description: Looking to access an article (pronto!), even if the library doesn't subscribe to that specific journal? Eager to discover reliable streaming media for your curriculum? Wondering how to get tailored research support for your students and class assignments, both in-person and online? Join SRJC Librarians Sheila Cunningham, Jessica Harris, and Katrina Rahn as they unveil their top 10 library resources for faculty. Don't miss this dynamic session featuring a top-10 lightning round, plenty of time for questions, and opportunities to explore these tools firsthand!
Location: Lindley 285
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:12
Title: ZTC Pathways from Ideation to Implementation
Presenters: Jennifer Carlin-Goldberg, Jill Harrison, Dr. Jeniece Lusk, Katrina Smith, Sara Stallard
Description:
Come join in the ZTC revolution at SRJC! Members of the Zero Textbook Cost Workgroup will help faculty learn about Open Educational Resources and other low cost options to reduce economic barriers of textbook costs to students. Textbook costs are a substantial barrier for the majority of students, confirming “textbook affordability as a redistributive justice issue and positioning OER as a potential avenue for realizing a more socially just college experience. (Jenkins et al., 2020)”
To support this initiative, SRJC received several grants from the Chancellor’s Office intended to support the establishment of ZTC Degree Pathways. This initiative is intended to foster the growth of Zero-Textbook-Cost programming where students will directly benefit. Come learn how your area can be a part of this exciting initiative and how we can support each other!
Location: Lindley 306, Zoom Link
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:13
Title: AI in the classroom: Friend or Foe?
Presenters: Robert Caruso
Description:
To teach or not to teach?
Using AI tools such as chatbots in the classroom presents opportunities for students to let AI do class work for them, not something teachers want to encourage. However, once our students enter the workforce, employers will expect them to be able to use those same AI tools on the job.
Come to 'AI in the classroom: Friend or Foe?' to discuss the AI dilemma facing educators and share ideas for how to maximize the benefits of AI and minimize its downside.
Location: Lindley 279
Pathway: Technology, Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:14
Title: Couragous Conversations: Linguistic Justice
Presenters: Yajayra Bedolla, Lisa Beach, Leah Chirinos-Aleman, Katie Lam, Angel Casas Gragea, Marlyn Garcia, Jason Trevino, Gustavo Sanchez Sanchez, Alondra Soto Chavez and Araceli Vazquez
Description: Join us for an interactive workshop that blends Jotería Pedagogy and the SWAPA approach to explore linguistic justice. Through storytelling, writing, and creative performance, we’ll uncover how language shapes identity, power, and belonging—and how educators can transform their teaching to celebrate all ways of speaking.
Together, let’s build strategies to affirm linguistic diversity, decolonize our classrooms, and empower our students to thrive in their full authenticity. Let your voice be part of the movement!
Location: Lindley 251
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S1:15
Title: SRJC’s Proposed Best Practices for Supporting Undocumented Students
Presenters: Dr. Molly Senecal & Beatriz Camargo
Description: Review of SRJC’s proposed best practices for supporting undocumented students, going over protocols and procedures if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are on campus.
Location: Lindley 283
Pathway: Leadership & Management Technology, Diversity & Demographics, Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Workplace Effectiveness and Interpersonal Skills, Wellness & Safety
Session 2: 12:50 PM - 2:20 PM
Session #:S2:01
Title: AI: Up Your Office Skills Game
Presenters: Guy Tillotson & Katie Lam & Stephanie Dirks
Description: In this session, we will explore practical applications of AI for daily tasks such as email management, writing, and office skills. Participants will engage in hands-on activities using AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Location: Lindley 387
Pathway: Technology, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills
Session #: S2:02
Title: Club Advisor Roundtable
Presenters: Joshua Pinaula & Andrew Simmalaychanh
Description: Touching base with club advisors and staff who want to become club advisors to highlight key methods and ensure clubs and student success
Location: Bertolini 4643 CSL
Pathway: Leadership & Management Technology
Session #:S2:03
Title: Degree Works update, Curriculum and Department Updates and more
Presenters: Amanda Greene, Amy Merkel, Nicole Frantz
Description: We are hoping to reserve the afternoon sessions (both sessions after lunch--two sessions total) for Degree Works Updates and Training for all Counselors.
Location: Bertolini 4734, Zoom Link
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Technology, Wellness & Safety
Session #: S2:04
Title: GenAI and Academic Integrity: Creating a Coherent Approach
Presenters: Lauren Mitchell (Nahas), Lisa Beach
Description:
In this workshop we will look at both short-term and long-term strategies to improve communication with students regarding your specific generative AI (GenAI) policies, and to help you deter uses of GenAI that go beyond your policies. In order to create a coherent approach, we will consider the various reasons why students may be using GenAI to complete their assignments and how we can create policies, activities and assignments that respond to those motivations. You will come away with specific strategies that you can put into practice this semester, tools to begin thinking about long-term approaches, and an understanding of what GenAI-relevant resources are available to you at SRJC.
Session #: S2:05 - Canceled
Title: File storage options for SRJC - Canceled
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Session #: S2:06
Title: From Conflict to Connection: Strategies for De-escalating Disruptive Behaviors
Presenters: Bcare Team
Description: In this skill-building workshop, the BCARE team will share practical techniques for de-escalating disruptive situations both in and outside the classroom. Drawing on trauma-informed approaches and insights from their work supporting students, the BCARE team will explore how to build trust, set boundaries, and create safe, supportive environments for students and staff. Attendees will also learn when and how to engage additional campus resources, such as Student Psychological Services and District Police, to address high-risk or dangerous situations. Join us to enhance your skills and support a safer, more respectful campus culture.
Location: Lindley 171
Pathway: Wellness & Safety
Session #: S2:07 - Canceled
Title: Learn about the new Carpentry program at the Construction Training Center
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Session #: S2:08
Title: Shone Farm Tour, Forest Hike, and Community Building, Part 1 of 2
Presenters: Johnny Campbell, Shawn Brumbaugh
Description:
Come explore the SRJC's Shone Farm! This session serves to help connect members of the SRJC community, guide you through the resources at Shone Farm, and offer the opportunity spend some time in nature. Activities will vary depending on weather, but you can expect to hike through and learn about Shone Farm's forest, as well as see the vineyards, vegetable fields, pastures, facilities and more. Along the way, there may be activities that include nature sketching, plant identification, and birding. .**Please Note: This workshop is 3 hours long, and has a part 1 and part 2.
Additional Session Details:
We will meet at the Shone Farm pavilion (see directions). During the session, we will hike through the forest, and tour the farm. Please expect a moderately strenuous hike (approx.. 1-1.5 miles) over hilly terrain (some steep). We will also encounter poison oak in the forest vicinity and we may encounter a few trail obstacles including downed tree trunks and a small creek. It may be cold and wet, so please bring appropriate clothing, along with water and snacks, and anything else you may need–depending on the weather.
Despite the rainy weather, we are still excited for our session at Shone Farm. We will tour the covered areas of the farm to help keep folks as dry as possible, and we will have indoor meeting space to build community and discover opportunities for collaboration. Please do come prepared for wet weather and please drive safely!
Location: Shone Farm Pavillion
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support, General Information
Session #: S2:09
Title: STEAM/Health Sciences (Part 2) - Avanzando Workshop - Maximizing Student Engagement, Inclusion, and Learning by Moving Away from Lecture and Towards Active Learning in 1-, 5-, 10, or 20-minutes
Presenters: Kimberly Tanner
Description: In this interactive workshop, participants will experience multiple examples of how active learning can work in undergraduate courses. Attendees will experience examples of how to integrate active learning in 1-minute, 5-minutes, 10-minutes, and 20-minutes that highlight common teaching strategies. In addition, participants will explore how student work produced during active learning can be systematically analyzed quickly to guide teaching decisions. Finally, participants will explore how to structure students' active learning outside of class to prepare students and maximize learning during in-class activities.
Location: Lindley 138
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S2:10
Title: Tanzania: Geochronology at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Presenters: Orlando Raola
Description:
In the summer of 2024 I traveled to Tanzania, in South-East Africa. The most important highlight of my trip was the visit to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where Olduvai Gorge is located. In this presentation, I would love to share what I learned and felt standing in front of the valley where the oldest traces of the Homo species were first found (Homo habilis). I plan to make reference to the methods used by scientist to establish the age of the artifacts and remains.
A few days later, I was invited to a gathering of several Masai villages that put together a remarkable festivity to communicate their most pressing needs to the local authorities and to the visitors. I will reflect on the importance of being in contact with people of different life history and world outlook, and still feel the connections needed to share their everyday living, their food and their rituals, even for a short moment.
Session #: S2:11
Title: The Basics of Self Defense
Presenters: Oscar Guajardo
Description: Empower yourself with essential self-defense skills in our inclusive class. Learn fundamental techniques and strategies to enhance your confidence and safety in any situation. Join the class to build strength, awareness, and the knowledge to protect yourself effectively. Participants will learn the basics of self-defense.
Location: Analy Village, Room 645
Pathway: Wellness & Safety
Session #: S2:12
Title: The Inklings - Tolkien, Lewis and the Importance of Meeting In-person
Presenters: Rickey Bauman
Description: During the mid-20th century, the Inklings met at a local Oxfordian Bar, The Eagle and Child to discuss literary interests and collaborations. Key members included J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis, known for The Chronicles of Narnia." They would meet regularly to share their works provide feedback and discuss various topics including mythology literature and current affairs. This lecture promotes and explores the age-old tradition of meeting your colleges around a table to discuss ideas and topics. Â Sonoma County prides itself on excellent food and fair let us celebrate our institution in the environment in which it grew by placing employees in with the zeitgeist taking them out of Zoom-bubbles out of the house and back into organic universal exchange (e.g. the definition of "University"). Â All members of the college are welcome. In short the primary purpose of my proposal is to encourage the return to campus and the patronage of local Santa Rosa and Petaluma businesses."
Location: Lindley 271
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Wellness & Safety, General Interest
Session #: S2:13
Title: The Mental Health Status of Latinx Students
Presenters: Rafael Vazquez Guzman
Description: Many Latinx college students, particularly first-generation students, have faced significant challenges, including the 2017 wildfires, COVID-19, and other crises. For those with undocumented family members, stress levels are often heightened. We will explore the findings from surveys of Latinx high school and college students in Sonoma County to better understand their needs. This discussion is crucial, as Latinx men currently represent the demographic with the highest suicide rate in the county.
Location: Lindley 206
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Teaching , Learning & Student Support, Wellness & Safety, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills
Session #: S2:14
Title: Unlocking Opportunities: A Key to Dual Enrollment Success
Presenters: Karolina Nazario, Vanessa Luna, Denise Cooper, Juan Arias, Lisa Dulberg, Stacey Krywaruczenko and Sonoma County Office of Education
Description: This session explores the transformative potential of dual enrollment, particularly CCAP (College and Career Access Pathways) in aligning high school and college pathways to benefit students and strengthen enrollment. Participants will learn how CCAP courses provide students with early college exposure, reduce educational costs, and create seamless transitions to college and career, while also driving district enrollment. Through impactful student testimonials, data insights from successful programs, and a review of statewide legislation, we will highlight the value of investing in CCAP initiatives. Best practices in faculty training, student support, and pathway development will be shared to equip participants with actionable strategies to enhance dual enrollment success. Join us in discovering how CCAP opens doors for students and builds lasting community partnerships.
Location: Lindley 295
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S2:15
Title: Memoir Writing & Publishing
Presenters: Leslie Mancillas, Sue Shapiro, Julie Brill
Description: New York Times bestselling author, Sue Shapiro will do a Q&A about publishing and guest author Julie Brill will share about her new memoir. Mancillas, a published author will share from her debut manuscript in progress.
Session #: S2:16
Title: Computer Projects in Calculus & Linear Algebra Part 1
Presenters: Ivana Gorgievska, Lori Lewis, Ying Lin, and Tim Melvin
Description: In this session, we will discuss computer lab assignments in the calculus series, linear algebra, and statistics/data Science. We will share what we’ve have been doing in our classes, and we encourage you to share your experiences and bring your own class projects if you also give computer assignments (labs, projects, etc.) that require computer software or coding. We will go over the pros/cons of dedicating class time for students to work on computer-based projects, how to assess them, and why they can be beneficial to students.
Location: Lindley 306
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Technology
Session #: S2:17
Title: UndocuAlly Training
Presenters: First Gen Empower group
Description: This workshop will emphasize actionable recommendations, practical implementation strategies, and SRJC’s potential to lead as a supportive and inclusive institution, ensuring accountability and tangible outcomes. This will be the first of a three part series training available to all staff this spring.
Location: Lindley 221
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Leadership & Management Technology, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills
Session #: S2:18
Title: Meet and Greet with the Council for Racial Equity and Justice (CREJ)
Presenters: Brijit Aleman, Mary Churchill, Margarita Gonzalez-Jordan, Jesus Nieto, Solen Sanli Vasquez
Description: Please join the members of the Council for Racial Equity and Justice (CREJ) to learn more about the Council's IDEAA mission and goals, and how each college employee can support its efforts. CREJ represents all affinity groups at the college, including APISA, BLAC, LFSA, MENAA, NAFSA, and the QRC. CREJ supports affinity groups in their mission of amplifying the voices and visibility of all employees of color at SRJC; advocates for the hiring and retention of employees of color, with the goal of representing and supporting our highly diverse student body; and fosters a welcoming, inclusive, accessible, and equitable campus climate where students and employees of color are heard and seen.
Location: Lindley 261
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills
Session 3: 2:40 PM - 4:10 PM
Session #: S3:01
Title: AB 928 and AB 1111? How do these impact curriculum?
Presenters: Ann Foster, Kate Blackwell & Chase Crocker
Description: Have you heard about AB 928 (Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act) and AB 1111 (Common Course Numbering System)? Curious about how these legislative changes impact your courses, programs, and certificates? There is a lot happening in the world of curriculum, in general, and at SRJC. Come to this session for statewide and SRJC-specific updates on each piece of legislation.
Location: Lindley 171
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S3:02
Title: Accessibility Tools for Online Materials
Presenters: Lauren Mitchell (Nahas), Paul DeMartini
Description: In this session we will explore tools available in Canvas for making online materials more accessible. Included will be new tools recently added to Canvas that provide additional options for finding and fixing accessibility issues.
Session #: S3:03
Title: An Unofficial Sabbatical Journey: My Camino Cuento
Presenters: Luz Navarrette and Guests
Description: Participants will learn about how walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain can provide a path for personal reflection, spiritual growth, and overall rejuvenation. Journeys such as El Camino allow us to bring our best selves to our work at SRJC. If you've been on the Camino, please join us to share your experience. If you are interested in connecting with others who've traveled the Camino before, come to find out what it's all about!
Location: Lindley 221
Pathway: General Interest, Wellness & Safety
Session #: S3:04
Title: Are you Oversharing Online? Increase Your Digital Privacy
Presenters: Katie Lam & Katrina Smith
Description: Join us to learn and share experiences about digital privacy and how personal information is gathered, used, and shared online. This interactive discussion will include personal security best practices, geolocation settings, how to select cookie preferences, and SRJC work practices to increase online privacy in your personal and professional environments.
Pathway: Technology
Session #: S3:05
Title: Caring for Aging Parents
Presenters: Allison Baker
Description: A collaborative and supportive conversation exploring all aspects of caring for aging parents with an emphasis on sharing ideas on self-care, building a support network, and fulfilling family responsibilities while working fulltime. Bring your concerns and questions on any topic. All are welcome, whether you are currently caring for aging parents or grandparents or are looking ahead.
Session #: S3:00 - Canceled
Title: Degree Works Training Part 2
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Session #: S3:06
Title: Excel Spreadsheets Open Office
Presenters: Stephanie Dirks
Description: Bring your excel spreadsheets and we will look at how we can improve your processes, or assist in formulas or sorting options.
Location: Lindley 387
Pathway: Technology
Session #: S3:07
Title: Generative AI for All
Presenters: Glen Salazar
Description: This workshop is geared towards complete beginners in generative AI. We will cover a basic understanding of what generative AI is and why it’s generating a lot of buzz. Then, we will cover prompt engineering basics. Afterwards, we will work with prompts on various generative AI chatbots (ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot) to retrieve information or generate content (text and images). The goal of this workshop is to acquire generative AI and prompt engineering basics for personal and professional use.
Session #: S3:08 - Canceled
Title: Learn about the new Carpentry program at the Construction Training Center - Canceled
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Session #: S3:09
Title: Shone Farm Tour, Forest Hike, and Community Building, Part 2 of 2
Presenters: Johnny Campbell, Shawn Brumbaugh
Description:
Come explore the SRJC's Shone Farm! This session serves to help connect members of the SRJC community, guide you through the resources at Shone Farm, and offer the opportunity spend some time in nature. Activities will vary depending on weather, but you can expect to hike through and learn about Shone Farm's forest, as well as see the vineyards, vegetable fields, pastures, facilities and more. Along the way, there may be activities that include nature sketching, plant identification, and birding. .**Please Note: This workshop is 3 hours long, and has a part 1 and part 2.
Additional Session Details:
We will meet at the Shone Farm pavilion (see directions). During the session, we will hike through the forest, and tour the farm. Please expect a moderately strenuous hike (approx.. 1-1.5 miles) over hilly terrain (some steep). We will also encounter poison oak in the forest vicinity and we may encounter a few trail obstacles including downed tree trunks and a small creek. It may be cold and wet, so please bring appropriate clothing, along with water and snacks, and anything else you may need–depending on the weather.
Location: Shone Farm Pavilion
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support, Wellness & safety, General Interest
Session #: S3:10
Title: STEAM/Health Sciences (Part 3) - Avanzando Workshop: Talk Matters: The Importance of Non-Content Classroom Language Instructor Talk that May Mediate Student Inclusion, Engagement, and Learning
Presenters: Kimberly Tanner
Description: Through the language they use, instructors create classroom environments that have the potential to impact learning by affecting student motivation, resistance, belonging, and self-efficacy. However, despite the critical importance of instructor language to the student experience, there appears to be little attention to what instructors are saying in undergraduate classrooms. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore and categorize actual samples of instructor language not directly related to content, defined as "Instructor Talk." Additionally, participants will explore examples of Positively-phrased Instructor Talk and Negatively-phrased Instructor Talk, as well as identify categories of Instructor Talk that they may wish to increase in their own teaching: 1) Building Instructor/Student Relationships, 2) Establishing Classroom Culture, 3) Explaining Pedagogical Choices, 4) Sharing Personal Experience, and 5) Unmasking Science. Evidence on student memories and perceptions of Instructor Talk will also be shared. Attention to Instructor Talk in undergraduate classrooms may be key for instructors to create inclusive learning environments and promote student learning.
Location: Lindley 138
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student Support
Session #: S3:11
Title: Work & Wellness: Fitness Hacks for the Office
Presenters: Kim Kinahan, Marty Kinahan, Robert Ethington, Amy Ethington
Description: Discover how small changes in your daily routine can make a big difference to your health and well-being at work! In the Work & Wellness: Fitness Hacks for the Office workshop, you'll learn quick, practical exercises and wellness tips designed specifically for a busy office environment. From stretching techniques and posture correction to energy-boosting movement breaks, this workshop will equip you with easy hacks to stay active, reduce stress, and improve focus—all without leaving your desk. No fitness experience is required; just bring a willingness to move and feel better at work!
Location: Lindley 251
Pathway: Wellness & Safety
Session #: S3:12
Title: Workplace Emergency Preparedness
Presenters: Dawn Carter
Description: This is for all persons working on any SRJC campus. Disasters, emergencies & potential emergencies will happen. We will cover common situations on our campuses (i.e. power outages, fire alarms) and what you might encounter during these situations. We also discuss simple actions you can take at the beginning of each semester to feel better prepared, and confident, when these situations occur. We will discuss example scenarios, and how to empower your emergency mindset. There will be ample time for questions.
Location: Lindley 261
Pathway: Wellness & Safety
Session #: S3:13
Title: Student Services Faculty Connect
Presenters: Jessica Paisley, Karen Frindell Teuscher, John Stover, Laura Aspinall, Anne Donegan
Description: A session for DRD and Counseling faculty to connect and discuss faculty matters.
Location: Lindley 206, Zoom Link
Pathway: Teaching, Learning & Student support, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills
Session #: S3:14
Title: Computer Projects in Calculus & Linear Algebra Part 2
Presenters: Ivana Gorgievska, Lori Lewis, Ying Lin, and Tim Melvin
Description: In this session, we will discuss computer lab assignments in the calculus series, linear algebra, and statistics/data Science. We will share what we’ve have been doing in our classes, and we encourage you to share your experiences and bring your own class projects if you also give computer assignments (labs, projects, etc.) that require computer software or coding. We will go over the pros/cons of dedicating class time for students to work on computer-based projects, how to assess them, and why they can be beneficial to students.
Location: Lindley 271
Pathway: Technology, Teaching Learning & Student Support
Session #: S3:15
Title: Bringing Professionalism and Excellence to Your Role
Presenters: Cindy Caruso
Description: The goal of this workshop is to inspire and empower individuals to grow in professionalism and excellence within their respective roles. We begin by considering how the inner qualities of self-love and self-confidence lay a solid foundation for outer professional behavior. We then explore characteristics long considered hallmarks of professional behavior, including accountability in all its forms, and striving for excellence in one's daily job performance. Cindy has worked 30+ years in the field of Human Services at the State, University, and County levels, in a variety of roles. Cindy retired from the County of Marin in 2022 and has since worked as an instructor with UC Davis Continuing & Professional Education Department, where she delivers training to California county workers in the areas of professional growth and administration of Public Assistance programs. Cindy is a life coach specializing in personal growth & goal setting, self-image, self-love, and overcoming codependence.
Location: Lindley 279
Pathway: Leadership & Management Technology, Workplace Effectiveness & Interpersonal Skills,
Session #: S3:16
Title: Know your Rights
Presenters: VIDAS Legal Services
Description: Discussion of ICE and their powers and limitations. Provide information on what undocumented individuals or allies can do to support and protect themselves and the undocumented community.
Location: Lindley 296
Pathway: Diversity & Demographics, Teaching, Learning & student Support, Wellness & safety, General Interest, Leadership & Management Technology
PRE-RECORDED WORKSHOP: AVAILABLE ALL DAY
PRE:01
Title: Prevention of Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct
Presenters: Kennan
Description: All faculty members are required to successfully complete one (1) hour of sexual harassment and abusive conduct prevention training every two (2) years, available online on Professional Development Activities (PDA) days via the employee training portal, which may count as one and a half (1.5) hours toward the flex obligation. Faculty who choose to complete this flex obligation during Spring 2023 PDA will not be eligible to receive pay at the base hourly rate for this requirement. Associate faculty are assigned the training on the day preceding the first pay date of the semester and must complete the training by the semester flex deadline in which the training is assigned. Contract faculty are assigned the training by the first contract day of the fall semester and must complete the training by the spring flex deadline in the academic year in which the training is assigned.
Location: Online
Pathway: Wellness & Safety, Diversity & Demographics