Title: Suicide Prevention within the LGBTQ+ Community Date: September 26, 2022 Join us on September 26 for the Social Justice Leadership Academy’s (SJLA) September Learning Series Event as featured speaker, Dustin Jepkema, LMSW, explores the topic of suicide prevention within the LGBTQ+ community. During this webinar, we will identify ways your organization can strengthen access…
Hosted by NISOD To ensure the success of every student who is pursuing their academic goals, the Student Experience Project (SEP) uses innovative, research-based practices to build equitable learning environments and instill a sense of belonging in students on campuses across the nation. Recommendations from the SEP include ideas to increase belonging, practices to foster…
Sometimes you've got to unplug to connect. Dr. Tracy McGrady will host our September FUN meeting. There's no objective. There's no agenda. These meetings are just a place for Faculty to Unplug & Network. Please RSVP below so we'll be sure to order enough snacks! See you in PMC-216D (east side of the building)! After you've submitted…
Everything PageUp! Learn more about how to post jobs, hiring part-time, full-time, and adjunct positions, verbal offer process, filling out offer details, and changing the status for applicants. https://otc.zoom.us/j/3326925151
Zoom Link: https://otc.zoom.us/j/92867206439 Session description: The 2021 Surgeon General’s Call to Action to fully implement the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention recognizes suicide as a major public health issue and calls for a national response. Going forward, suicide prevention efforts must engage all sectors, including public health, mental health, health care, social services, service members,…
Join your OTC colleagues in attending the annual Stop the Violence Conference at Missouri State University. The Stop the Violence Conference is a community call to action to stop interpersonal violence. Attendees will have a choice of various breakout sessions and two keynote presentations. The Stop the Violence conference is provided by the Family Violence Task…
As the current strategic plan comes to a close, OTC has begun to collect input for the new Strategic Plan – DREAM. PLAN. BUILD. | 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. Faculty and staff feedback is valuable in forming the new 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. We hope you can join us at one of the sessions on your campus.…
Grab your lunch or favorite beverage and connect with your peers in an informal space to share tales from the classroom and all things teaching and learning. Sept 16 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Sept 23 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct 7 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct…
We would love for you to join us for the virtual Green Dot Employee Overview on October 11 from 1 – 2:30 pm. Bystander Intervention teaches people how to intervene in situations that have the potential for harm. If bystanders intervene, we have the opportunity to create a campus and community that is safer for…
Join us on Tuesday, October 11 at 2 p.m. for MCCA’s next My Favorite Lecture! In this lecture, Professor Chris Otto of Jefferson College will explore the value of teaching banned books. In light of Missouri SB 775 and the recent challenges to books in public schools, it is important to remind ourselves and our students that…
Join us for a drop-in Innovation Lab! Here you can generate ideas, look for collaborators, ask questions, discuss approaches, seek feedback, and develop applications for OTC’s Game Changer and Student Success Mini-Grants. A team of experts will be ready to assist you in making your innovative idea a reality! Learn more about OTC's Innovation Celebration…
What’s the difference between an adult learner and your typical college student? We’ll dive into the research to explore the characteristics of adult learners, what they are looking for when furthering their education, and what you can do to help ensure their success. This session will be facilitated by Dr. Julie Coltharp. Please let us…
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Project HEAL invite you to attend an upcoming presentation and panel discussion on October 14th from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm in LCN 211 or virtually. This presentation and panel discussion focuses on the diverse needs of survivors and what can be done to support advocacy, action, intervention…
Grab your lunch or favorite beverage and connect with your peers in an informal space to share tales from the classroom and all things teaching and learning. Sept 16 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Sept 23 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct 7 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct…
Join Academic Support for an Assessment Open House session. These open-lab-style sessions provide support around the assessment of student learning at OTC. Topics include writing student learning outcomes at the course and program levels, developing program curriculum maps, designing and implementing direct assessments, and developing assessment plans. Participants are encouraged to bring current assessment of…
As a part of building an employee culture that promotes wellness through the Burrell Behavioral Health ONE Grant, we (the DEI office & ONE Grant team) invite you to join us on a brief tour of the Springfield African-American Heritage Trail. This is an opportunity to get active, connect with colleagues across the college, and…
Supporting Immigrant and Non-immigrant Students: The purpose of this hour-long session is to give OTC Staff, Faculty, and students a better framework for supporting both immigrant and non-immigrant students on campus. We will cover frequently asked questions, visa maintenance concerns for international students, best classroom practices for supporting English Language Learners, and more! This training…
Grab your lunch or favorite beverage and connect with your peers in an informal space to share tales from the classroom and all things teaching and learning. Sept 16 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Sept 23 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct 7 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct…
Open to students, faculty, and staff October 20 AND 21, 12-2:30 pm Please join us for the virtual Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training on October 20, 12-2:30 pm AND October 21, 12-2:30. You must attend BOTH sessions to receive certification in the nationwide program. Green Dot is a bystander education approach that aims to prevent…
Join Dr. Tracy McGrady and your fellow faculty for the next Faculty Unplug & Network meeting. There’s no objective. There’s no agenda. These meetings are just a place for FUN. Please RSVP below so we’ll be sure to order enough snacks! See you in PMC-216D!
This session will benefit faculty who are proficient with Canvas gain more advanced skills to apply to their teaching practice. Features covered include Scheduler, quiz groups, group assignments, peer review assignments, and grade book advanced options. Please RSVP below so we can send you a calendar invite.
This book study cohort will meet for one hour and 15 minutes on Thursdays at 11:00 am beginning October 27 through November 17, 2022. The facilitator for this cohort will contact participants with a link to join the meeting virtually. ABOUT THE BOOK Unresolved workplace conflict wastes time, increases stress, and negatively affects business outcomes.…
This session is for faculty who are new to Canvas or for those who would like a refresher on basic Canvas functions. Participants will learn how to add a course homepage and create modules, assignments, discussions, and quizzes. Helpful tips and tricks will also be shared that will save time and frustration. Please RSVP below…
Grab your lunch or favorite beverage and connect with your peers in an informal space to share tales from the classroom and all things teaching and learning. Sept 16 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Sept 23 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct 7 - Meet in IC-104 or Microsoft Teams. Oct…
Description History indicates that black males have a comparatively lower college graduation rate. To combat this inequity, St. Charles Community College launched a Men of Color Student Success Program in 2021. What were the considerations in first determining to initiate this program then developing the program structure? How has it been received in the St.…
Join Academic Support for an Assessment Open House session. These open-lab-style sessions provide support around the assessment of student learning at OTC. Topics include writing student learning outcomes at the course and program levels, developing program curriculum maps, designing and implementing direct assessments, and developing assessment plans. Participants are encouraged to bring current assessment of…