CfT First Friday: May 2026 Edition

Teaching and Learning Days (May 12-14)

Registration closes on Thursday, May 7th for Teaching and Learning Days. Each day’s events can be found on the Teaching and Learning Days webpage. Coffee, tea, water, and snacks will be available on May 12th and May 13th in the Dome Room.

Secure your spot for all events, including the Writers’ Retreat and Five Minutes of Fame, by completing the single registration form. The webpage will be updated if any sessions reach capacity.

Summer 2026 Small Teaching Grant Recipients

CfT is pleased to support the following faculty with full Summer 2026 Small Teaching Grants:

  • Karen Anewalt (Computer Science)
  • Maria Laura Bocaz (Modern Languages and Literatures)
  • Amrita Dhar (Economics)
  • Debra Hydorn (Mathematics)
  • Marcus Leppanen (Psychological Sciences)
  • Mary Beth Mathews (Cultural & Philosophical Inquiry)
  • Maya Mathur (English & Linguistics)
  • Keith Nabb (Mathematics)
  • Marcel Rotter (Modern Languages and Literatures)
  • Holly Schiffrin (Psychological Sciences)
  • Michael Stebar (Biological Sciences)

In addition, we are pleased to support the following faculty with partial Summer 2026 Small Teaching Grants to cover classroom material purchases:

  • Janet Asper (Chemistry & Physics)
  • Gino Binkert (Education)

Reimagining the Liberal Arts in the Age of AI Conference

Registration continues for the Reimagining the Liberal Arts in the Age of AI Conference, happening July 21-23 at UMW. With a trio of nationally-recognized keynote speakers and a full presentation schedule, the conference promises to generate great discussions about the promises and challenges of AI in the liberal arts. The conference website has all the details, including registration links.

UMW faculty and staff receive a SUPER DUPER DISCOUNTED registration rate! Contact Victoria Russell for the registration code.

Summer Support

CfT is a 12-month support office, so do not hesitate to reach out during the summer with questions, ideas, or a friendly hello! In-person and virtual consultations remain available pending staff leave.

We hope you have a wonderful summer! We will be back with First Friday posts on August 7th!

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