Week of October 14
- Mon 1410:00 AMZoom Beyond the BasicsGet engaged with Zoom! Learn how to effectively communicate and collaborate in your synchronous online lectures through the various tools offered.* Hold a topical survey or voting session with Polls. * Present and collaborate with the digital Whiteboard. * Encourage and engage with communicating through Reactions. * And more!**Your Zoom link will be in the *Additional Information *section of the confirmation email you receive from *Eventbrite* when you register, and in the confirmation email from *Eventbrite* you will receive one hour prior to the workshop. If you have any questions, contact ftc@csun.edu [1]**[1] mailto:ftc@csun.edu
- Tue 1510:00 AMEmpower Student Growth with ePortfoliosJoin us to learn more about ePortfolios and how to incorporate them into your classes. Meet with our ePortfolio Coordinator as they highlight the ways ePortfolios can be used to help your students grow into professionals.* Learn about ePortfolios as a tool to showcase student employability as well as help students reflect on their past work * Identify the benefits of ePortfolios for both students and faculty**Your Zoom link will be in the *Additional Information *section of the confirmation email you receive from *Eventbrite* when you register, and in the confirmation email from *Eventbrite* you will receive one hour prior to the workshop. If you have any questions, contact ftc@csun.edu [1]**[1] mailto:ftc@csun.edu
- Tue 152:00 PMBilingual Book Presentation: Sik'inik Chukojol CholajThis virtual and in-person book presentation will host guest speakers Angel Poyón and Fernando Poyón, both Maya Kaqchikel artists from Comalapa, Guatemala, and the Kaqjay Collective in Patzicia, Guatemala that organized their exhibition titled Sik'inik Chukojol Cholaj (Voices within the fields).The event will highlight the publication of their exhibition catalog, a publication that is unprecedented because it is rare for an Indigenous collective to take on a curatorial role and because contemporary art is rarely installed surrounded by agricultural fields or for Indigenous communities to have access to the works. More importantly, it makes visible the production of thought, art, and content from within contemporary Indigenous communities. Sponsored by Department of Central American and Transborder Studies, College of Humanities Academic Programing Fund, Central American Research and Policy Institute (CARPI), and BHALAM Rhizomotic Community.
- Wed 1610:00 AMAI Prompt Engineering EssentialsThis hands-on workshop focuses on Prompt Engineering for Generative AI, equipping participants with the essential skills to craft effective prompts from AI models like ChatGPT. Attendees will learn the significance of prompt engineering in enhancing AI interactions and explore the CARE system (Context, Action, Results, Example) as a framework for creating effective prompts. Through collaborative exercises, faculty will gain practical experience in generating AI prompts tailored to their disciplines.Topics covered include:* Importance of Prompt Engineering: Understanding how well-crafted prompts influence AI responses and outcomes. * The CARE System: Introduction to the Context, Action, Results, Example framework for effective prompt creation. * Hands-On Exercises: Practical activities using ChatGPT to create lesson plans, assignments, and active learning activities.
- Wed 1610:00 AMLookout Weekend - Book Talk
- Wed 162:00 PMCanvas QuizzesThis workshop provides an overview of building and using quizzes in your Canvas course. Topics will include:* Creating questions and question banks * Assigning points * Gradebook**Your Zoom link will be in the *Additional Information *section of the confirmation email you receive from *Eventbrite* when you register, and in the confirmation email from *Eventbrite* you will receive one hour prior to the workshop. If you have any questions, contact ftc@csun.edu [1]**[1] mailto:ftc@csun.edu
- Sat 195:30 PMDistinguished Alumni AwardsPresident Erika D. Beck and the CSUN Alumni Association cordially invite you to save the date for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards and celebrate alumni who exemplify impactful professional leadership and thoughtful community involvement.*Date:* Saturday, October 19*Time:* 5:30 p.m. reception followed by 6:30 p.m. dinner and program.*Location:* Skirball Cultural CenterThis year's honorees are respected innovators in their industries and have elevated CSUN’s reputation and visibility with their commitment to their communities.*Rudy Pereira ’85 (Computer Science)*President and CEO of Premier America Credit Union *Pamela Villaseñor ’06 (Psychology)*Executive Director of Pukúu Cultural Community Services, a non-profit established by the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians*Dr. William Watkins ’74 (Urban Studies)*CSUN Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of StudentsFor more information on the various sponsorship tiers, tribute journal ads, tables and tickets, please click here [1].This year, you will also have the opportunity to host current CSUN students, providing them with the opportunity to attend this inspiring event. [1] https://live-csu-northridge.pantheonsite.io/2024-distinguished-alumni-awards