October 2025 Issue

CTL Newsletter

News + Updates

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Save the Date: 2026 Summer Institute on
May 13-15, 2026
Join your fellow RIT educators at this free event to connect, exchange ideas, and explore new teaching strategies to advance our culture of teaching excellence. >

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Faculty Fellows Spotlight: Phil Shaw and Makini Beck
Faculty Fellows Phil Shaw and Makini Beck support RIT faculty in enhancing student success, inclusive teaching, and engaging classroom experiences. >

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Make Your Lectures Stick: Three Tips for More Engaging Presentations
Effective presentations do more than inform. Learn how to plan with purpose, pace your content, and keep students actively engaged throughout. >

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CTL Services Survey is Open
The CTL is seeking RIT faculty feedback on our events, programs, and services. We value your input. Let us know how we are doing! >

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Eisenhart Award for Innovative Teaching
Nominate a faculty member teaches in effective and innovative ways that improve the student educational experience. Submit by October 27, 2025. >

Classroom Reminder

Turning Off AV Technology in the Classroom
At the end of each class session, please take a moment to power down the classroom AV system. Turning it off helps keep the equipment reliable and saves energy.

Thank you for helping us keep classrooms running smoothly! If you have any questions, need support, or notice any issues with the AV technology, please report them to the CTL (RIT login required).

Classroom Technology Support Request

Upcoming Events

Inclusive Teaching Series, Part 2: Teaching Strategies for Neurodiverse Learners | OCT 28
Kendra Evans and Makini Beck will lead a session on practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting neurodivergent learners through inclusive course design and effective communication.

Save the Date!
2026 Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning | MAY 13-15, 2026
The Center for Teaching and Learning's 4th Annual Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning will take place May 13-15, 2026.

Looking for Customized Support?

Departments and Faculty Groups
Tailored workshops and training designed to meet your teaching goals. Request a Custom Workshop.

Individual Consultations
Collaboration on questions specific to your teaching needs.
Request a consultation.

Tools for Teaching

Document Cameras
Share physical objects or handwritten content to in-room screens or remote participants.

Wireless Projection
Share content from devices anywhere in the classroom to in-room screens. Available in select classrooms.

Zoom Room
Connect in-room cameras and microphones to Zoom meetings without the use of an additional device.

View the full list of tools