TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
SPO: The Five W’s of Research Compliance
Host: Michelle Burgett-Moreno, Research, Integrity and Compliance Officer,
Curious about what research compliance really means at CSU Monterey Bay? Join us for a casual chat where we’ll break down the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of compliance in research. From understanding ethical standards and federal regulations to knowing campus processes and resources, this conversation will help faculty and staff feel more confident navigating compliance requirements. Bring your questions and learn how CSUMB supports responsible and successful research.
Register Here.
Organization: Sponsored Programs Office, Faculty Success Workshop.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.
SPO: Finding Funding
Host: TBD,
Looking for the right funding opportunity to support your research, scholarly, or creative projects? Join us for a hands-on coffee chat introducing Pivot, CSU Monterey Bay’s funding search tool. We’ll show you how to set up tailored searches, track opportunities, and receive alerts for grants that match your interests. Whether you’re new to Pivot or want to get more out of its features, this session will help you confidently navigate the funding landscape and connect your ideas with the right sponsors. Bring your laptop, your project ideas, and your coffee—we’ll explore together.
Register Here.
Organization: Sponsored Programs Office, Faculty Success Workshop.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: What's That Image?!?
Learners will explain the purpose of alternative text and its role in ensuring accessibility for digital content. Learners will practice writing effective alternative text for a variety of images to support inclusive learning experiences.
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for What’s That Image?!?—an interactive workshop on writing effective alternative text. In this session, we will explore the role of alternative text in creating accessible digital content and practice techniques for describing different types of images to support inclusive learning experiences.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
OneHE: Asynchronous Online Teaching
This session is an open forum designed for educators who teach asynchronous, online courses to engage in an open conversation about overcoming challenges caused by Artificial Intelligence.
Register Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Teaching, Learning, and Assessment.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.
OID: Teaching in Polarized Times
CSUMB Otters in Dialogue invites faculty to a virtual dialogue focused on sharing our experiences of teaching in polarized times. We will offer space to share, reflect, and find support amidst the challenges many of us face in and beyond the classroom.
In a national climate of heightened polarization, doxing of faculty, and increasingly complex classroom discussions, teaching can feel both isolating and emotionally taxing. We rarely have the opportunity to pause, connect, and process these experiences together.
RSVP Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Office of Community and Belonging.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: Preparing Your Course for Title II
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for Introduction to Access4All and TidyUp. In this workshop, we will explore how these Canvas tools can help improve course accessibility and organization by identifying unused or inaccessible content. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to evaluate, clean up, and enhance course design for clarity, usability, and inclusive student learning.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
Data Collaboration: Self-Study Cohort
This collaboration will be an opportunity for IAR and FA to support each of you with your self-studies. If you’ve started your self-study, please bring it. If not, this will be a working session to help you make progress. Either way, all will benefit from one another’s context and strategies.
Organization: Institutional Assessment and Research, Faculty Success Workshop.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Heron Hall - Room 110.
CAT: Making Better Instructional Videos
Join CAT team members Chris Beem and Heather Rougeot for Making Better Instructional Videos. In this workshop, we will cover the process of creating professional-quality videos using industry best practices, all with low to no additional cost equipment.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
OneHE: Not Your Default Chatbot
In this webinar, Derek Bruff will explore the reasons for and various pedagogical applications of custom AI chatbots, including their use as tutors, course assistants, and assignment coaches.
Register Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Teaching, Learning, and Assessment.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 1:10 PM – 1:40 PM.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
Fall Break
Fall Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, November 24, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Fall Break
Fall Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: Preparing Your Course for Title II
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for Introduction to Access4All and TidyUp. In this workshop, we will explore how these Canvas tools can help improve course accessibility and organization by identifying unused or inaccessible content. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to evaluate, clean up, and enhance course design for clarity, usability, and inclusive student learning.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
Fall Break
Fall Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Fall Break
Fall Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Fall Break
Fall Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: Preparing Your Course for Title II
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for Introduction to Access4All and TidyUp. In this workshop, we will explore how these Canvas tools can help improve course accessibility and organization by identifying unused or inaccessible content. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to evaluate, clean up, and enhance course design for clarity, usability, and inclusive student learning.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
SPO: ARI Grants
Host: Shakti Smith/Sponsored Programs Office,
Join us to learn about CSU Agricultural Research Institute (ARI) grants, which provide funding for applied agricultural research that supports California’s farming, food, and natural resource industries. This workshop will walk you through eligibility, proposal requirements, and tips for developing a strong application. You’ll also discover how these grants foster collaboration between faculty, students, and industry partners. Whether you’re new to grant writing or looking for your next opportunity, this session will give you the tools to get started.
Register Here.
Organization: Sponsored Programs Office, Faculty Success Workshop.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: Gradebook Tune-up
Join CAT Instructional Designer Heather Rougeot for a Zoom workshop to learn tips & tricks for getting the most out of your Canvas gradebook just in time for the end of the term!
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
OneHE: Supporting Students
This webinar explores the concept of information literacy and presents foundations for assignment and course redesign to address gaps in student understanding.
Register Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Teaching, Learning, and Assessment.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1:10 PM – 1:40 PM.
Online - Virtual.
SPO: Finding Funding
Host: TBD,
Looking for the right funding opportunity to support your research, scholarly, or creative projects? Join us for a hands-on coffee chat introducing Pivot, CSU Monterey Bay’s funding search tool. We’ll show you how to set up tailored searches, track opportunities, and receive alerts for grants that match your interests. Whether you’re new to Pivot or want to get more out of its features, this session will help you confidently navigate the funding landscape and connect your ideas with the right sponsors. Bring your laptop, your project ideas, and your coffee—we’ll explore together.
Register Here.
Organization: Sponsored Programs Office, Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: AI and Accessibility
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster to examine how AI can be leveraged to enhance accessibility in digital learning environments. In this workshop, we will explore how AI tools can support diverse student needs while also considering the ethical, practical, and pedagogical implications of their use to ensure inclusive and equitable learning experiences.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online - Virtual.
HR/AP: This & That
Human Resources hosts for employees to get answers to any HR or Academic Personnel questions.
Location: Student Services Building 47 (2nd floor conference room).
Organization: Academic Personnel, Faculty Success Workshop.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
On Campus Location (see event description).
TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation
Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester.
Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu.
Interested in participating? Sign-up here.
Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Online - Virtual.
CAT: Preparing Your Course for Title II
Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for Introduction to Access4All and TidyUp. In this workshop, we will explore how these Canvas tools can help improve course accessibility and organization by identifying unused or inaccessible content. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to evaluate, clean up, and enhance course design for clarity, usability, and inclusive student learning.
Sign Up Here.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Friday, December 26, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, December 29, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Online - Virtual.
Winter Break
Winter Break 2025.
Organization: Faculty Success Workshop.
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Online - Virtual.
SPO: Finding Funding
Host: TBD,
Looking for the right funding opportunity to support your research, scholarly, or creative projects? Join us for a hands-on coffee chat introducing Pivot, CSU Monterey Bay’s funding search tool. We’ll show you how to set up tailored searches, track opportunities, and receive alerts for grants that match your interests. Whether you’re new to Pivot or want to get more out of its features, this session will help you confidently navigate the funding landscape and connect your ideas with the right sponsors. Bring your laptop, your project ideas, and your coffee—we’ll explore together.
Register Here.
Organization: Sponsored Programs Office, Faculty Success Workshop.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Online - Virtual.