2026 Excellence in Education: Teaching Faculty Symposium

Join us as we celebrate teaching faculty and their innovative methods, achievements, and lasting impact on student learning!
About this Event

Join Us for the 2026 Excellence in Education: Teaching Faculty Symposium!

Get ready to connect, learn, and share with fellow educators at this in-person gathering. Dive into inspiring talks, engaging workshops, and plenty of networking opportunities designed to share innovative teaching methods, successful classroom strategies, and educational achievements that enhance student learning. Let's celebrate the creativity, dedication, and impact of our teaching faculty!

Agenda

🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration and Poster set-up
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:10 AM
Opening Welcome Remarks

Info: Glen H. Hiner Dean, Pedro Mago, Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, West Virginia University

🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Elevating Teaching and Learning at West Virginia University

Info: Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Beverly Wendland, West Virginia University

🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Interactive Teaching Workshops

Info: Explore current teaching strategies, innovative approaches, and practical ideas designed to enhance student learning and engagement.

🕑: 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Teaching Showcase & Social: Connecting Ideas, Sharing Impact

Info: Join us for an engaging faculty gathering that combines a showcase of innovative teaching practices in the form of poster presentations with an opportunity to connect and build community.

🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Celebrating Excellence in Teaching: Awards Session

Info: Join us as we recognize and celebrate faculty who demonstrate exceptional commitment to teaching, innovation, student engagement, and educational excellence.

🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Closing Remarks

Info: J. Kasi Jackson Director, WVU ADVANCE Center Professor, Women’s and Gender Studies West Virginia University