Events Calendar

Apr 7, 2025

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Please register here. BTLC Credit: IS, STEAM Presenters: Kay Ramey, Assistant Professor, Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology, and Darrell Currington, Makerspace Facilitator  Description: In this workshop, students will gain hands-on experience participating in and designing STEAM activities using 3D design software and 3D printers. For the hands-on STEAM challenge, students will get to design and print a 3D object of their choosing. They will learn about 3D design tools and be pro...

Apr 8, 2025

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Please register here. In this interactive workshop, educators will explore the signs and symptoms of burnout, understand its impact on both personal well-being and professional effectiveness, and learn practical strategies for prevention and recovery. Participants will gain valuable tools for identifying burnout early, managing stress, and creating a sustainable balance between work and self-wellness. This workshop is designed to help educators feel supported, connected, and confident in na...

Apr 9, 2025

5:00 PM - 6:15 PM

Please register here. Eating disorders in students have more than doubled over the last several years and school mental health providers may be the first to notice. Build awareness of the signs and symptoms of eating disorders and how to connect students and families with resources and support. What You Will Learn:  Develop awareness of signs and symptoms of eating disorders. Increase knowledge about the levels of care and support available for individuals with eating disorders. Gain ...

Apr 10, 2025

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Please register here. BTLC Credit: IS, ML Presenter(s): Dr. Lia Plakans, Professor of Multilingual Education, Dr. David Degollado, Assistant Professor of Multilingual Education, Dr. Marina Durinova, Visiting Assistant Professor of Multilingual Education Description: This workshop is MANDATORY for students in the ML track. This session aligns with the Core Principle of developing learners' skills and supporting their intellects. Upon completion of the workshop, students will be able to deli...

Apr 10, 2025

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Please register here. BTLC Credits: IS, UI REACH Student engagement is one of the core pillars of Universal Design for Learning. This workshop will explore engagement strategies, and highlight why student engagement should be at the top of the list for any educator! Content Covered: Multiple Means of Engagement: This principle emphasizes providing various ways to motivate and engage students. It includes offering choices, fostering collaboration, and encouraging self-assessment. Relevanc...

Apr 11, 2025

2:30 PM

Attendees will get the chance to: See the Available Equipment –  They will be introduced to the types of equipment available for checkout. This may include a physical demonstration, a presentation with images, or a walkthrough of the equipment storage area. Examples of equipment could include laptops, cameras, projectors, lab tools, or specialized research instruments. Learn About the Checkout Process –  They will receive information on how to borrow equipment, including: Where and...

Apr 16, 2025

5:00 PM - 5:50 PM

Please register here.  In this session, we will discuss the role that emotions, and emotional labor, play in the professional lives of teachers. Then, we will focus on strategies to effectively instruct in an affectively healthy and beneficial manner. The professional development will provide teachers with tools to improve their vocational health, along with strategies to implement in the classroom.   What You Will Learn:  Participants will recognize the ways in which emotional labor, ...

Apr 17, 2025

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Please register here. BTLC Credits: IS This workshop explores the ethical implications of introducing and using artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning environments. Participants will learn strategies to integrate AI responsibly into classroom activities and discover ways to teach AI-related concepts to students, fostering critical thinking and digital citizenship. What You Will Learn: Identify ethical considerations and potential biases in AI tools used for teaching an...

Apr 23, 2025

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of the Khan Academy, will present a public talk on Reimagining Education and the Tools We Use. The Khan Academy is a nonprofit educational organization that offers free lessons in math, science, and humanities, as well as tools for parents, teachers, and districts to track student progress. Khan Academy is pivoting an AI guide called Khanmigo that is a tutor and teaching assistant. Worldwide, Khan Academy has more than 160 million registered users in 190 countr...

Apr 24, 2025

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Please register here.   ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. As the world’s leading suicide intervention workshop, LivingWorks’ ASIST program is supported by numerous evaluations including independent and peer-reviewed studies. Results demonstrate that ASIST helps participants become more willing, ready, and...

Apr 25, 2025

4:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The second annual Connecting K-12 and Higher Education Conference will take place April 25-26 at the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa.  This free conference aims to bring together local stakeholders from K-12 education, the University of Iowa, and other educators from the state of Iowa to share knowledge related to student learning, effective teaching, and innovative educational practices. Day one of the event will take place from 4 - 8 p.m. on Friday, April 25. Day two is...

Apr 30, 2025

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Please register here.  safeTALK prepares people to be more alert to suicide and to help persons with thoughts of suicide make safe connections. The intervention goal is that persons with thoughts of suicide connect with someone who will help them keep safe from suicide and access further support. What You Will Learn:  Describe the role of an alert helper/ connector. Identify ways in which personal, cultural, and social attitudes can lead people to miss, dismiss, and avoid opportunities...

May 8, 2025

5:30 PM

In a world full of noise, we often try listening to something: conversations with colleagues and family, music in our headphones, videos blasting from our smartphones. We hear all these things daily, but what does it mean to truly listen? In what sense do devices also listen to us? What is the role of silence in listening? How has listening changed over time? Can political tensions be solved through “listening”? How is listening both an art and a science? This Wide Lens event brings together...

May 15, 2025

4:00 PM

College of Education Undergraduate Commencement and Teacher Education Program Recognition Ceremony is held at the end of the fall and spring semesters to recognize all of the graduating Teacher Education Program students. Doors open one hour prior to the start of the ceremony. No tickets required.

May 20, 2025

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Unpark Yourself: Bike to Work Week Breakfast Breakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided by the Engineering Staff Advisory Council and College of Education. You can also register your bike with Campus Safety, learn about bike safety, and get a bike checkup by Geoff's Bike & Ski.  May 12–18 is Bike to Work Week. We are encouraging those who can, to leave your car at home and use alternative means of commuting to campus, such as biking, public transportation, car-pooling, U...

Jun 9, 2025

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

BTLC Credit: IS, SEBMH (2 credits) Registration Information: This is a fee-based event but free to University of Iowa students in the Teacher Education Program. *University of Iowa TEP students: please reach out to TLC@uiowa.edu for the non-fee registration link. Registration deadline is one week prior to the workshop. Cancelation deadline is 48 hours prior to the workshop by emailing TLC@uiowa.edu. If TEP students cancel less than 48 hours, they will be assessed the registration cost of $4...

Jul 25, 2025

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Please register here. safeTALK prepares people to be more alert to suicide and to help persons with thoughts of suicide make safe connections. The intervention goal is that persons with thoughts of suicide connect with someone who will help them keep safe from suicide and access further support. What you will learn: Describe the role of an alert helper/ connector. Identify ways in which personal, cultural, and social attitudes can lead people to miss, dismiss, and avoid opportunities t...

Sep 30, 2025

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

EmpowerED Minds: The School Wellness Summit (formerly known as the Iowa BEST Summit) is a premier professional learning event dedicated to fostering well-being and mental health within educational communities.  Participants will gain practical strategies, insights from cutting-edge research, and access to innovative solutions that enhance mental health outcomes. EmpowerED Minds is where K-12 educators, school leaders, school mental health providers, and higher education campus well-bei...