The Wallace Center at RIT

Destress with plants! We will have DIY plant kits available at Ritter to spruce up your home. Pick one up before you leaf for winter break.

Perk up before getting back to that study grind. We will provide one large carafe of coffee and assorted teas at the Circulation Desk at 5:00pm nightly December 6-10. First come, first served.

Panopto is a tool used for storing and streaming course videos. Learn about the benefits of using Panopto, how to get started with Panopto in your course, and some of the core features of Panopto.

Note that this session will not cover how to record or edit videos. We recommend you attend the session called "Creating Course Video Basics" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Upload from the Panopto web portal or Upload from within myCourses Insert Stuff

• Insert Panopto Videos in Your Course

RIT has launched Panopto for recording, editing, and streaming course videos. Learn about recording using Panopto Capture, editing in Panopto, and captioning course videos.

Note that this session will not cover the full features of Panopto. We recommend you attend the session called "Using Panopto in your Course" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Record and Edit in Panopto

• Caption your videos

Zoom link for this session: https://rit.zoom.us/j/94076937256

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

Finals Week can be ruff. Need to unleash some stress? Take a walk over to Wallace on Ice and pet a therapy dog. Sit. Stay awhile. We’re pawsitive you’ll feel more relaxed and ready to fetch some good grades on those finals!

Perk up before getting back to that study grind. We will provide one large carafe of coffee and assorted teas at the Circulation Desk at 5:00pm nightly December 6-10. First come, first served.

Press your stress away with our button press! Make your own button or magnet with any of our fresh designs.

Perk up before getting back to that study grind. We will provide one large carafe of coffee and assorted teas at the Circulation Desk at 5:00pm nightly December 6-10. First come, first served.

The oldest artifacts found at RIT are cuneiform clay tablets dating back to ancient Sumer. Come view these 4,000-year-old handhelds and try making one yourself! Air-drying clay and styluses will be supplied, as well as instruction on how to write a few cuneiform characters.

Please join us for a Franco-American Partnership book talk, a special presentation sponsored by the RADSCC, MSSE, and Joan Naturale, our NTID Librarian who will be moderating the event. Chris Kurz and Mireille Golaszewski, the authors will discuss the new book and bilingual pedagogical materials on the legacy of the Franco-American partnership in Deaf education, highlighting milestones in the partnership.

The event date is Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 2:00—4:00 PM ET. (Interpreters have been requested for ASL, IS and LSF as well as spoken English and French).

For more information contact Jeanne Behm, jsbnss@rit.edu

Perk up before getting back to that study grind. We will provide one large carafe of coffee and assorted teas at the Circulation Desk at 5:00pm nightly December 6-10. First come, first served.

Pre-tenure faculty are invited to an information session and panel discussion to learn more about preparing a strong tenure dossier. Dr. Laverne McQuiller-Williams, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, will begin with a presentation on the tenure review process and policies, followed by a panel discussion with colleagues who have earned tenure.

Panelists/College Breakout Reps - TBA

Hosted by the Office of Faculty Affairs/Faculty Career Development.

To request interpreting, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu

Perk up before getting back to that study grind. We will provide one large carafe of coffee and assorted teas at the Circulation Desk at 5:00pm nightly December 6-10. First come, first served.

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us for an introduction to enterprise Slack at RIT. We will cover why you would want to use Slack in your class, how to request a workspace, configuring settings, and how to add students to the workspace.

Event Link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/98264128306?pwd=ME9jWU5xSldTK0Y1dWZUb1ZKTGZqQT09

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu/

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us as we share hosting duties and give you an opportunity to try out the waiting room, polling, annotating a screen shared document, creating and moving among breakout rooms, interactive features such as yes/no/go faster, and pinning and spotlighting video. We will address advanced features upon request. Due to the interactive nature of this session, enrollment will be capped at 5 participants.

Event Link:     https://rit.zoom.us/j/96113534061?pwd=dGRSUy80TmxRcXFuVWVvcW4vTTBOUT09

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us for a 30 minute discussion of advanced Zoom features and software updates that will provide you with new options for activities in the classroom and a better understanding of your Zoom account.

Topics will include:

• Multi spotlight
• Live auto transcriptions
• Immersive Views
• Breakout room updates
• Zoom software updates

There will be time at the end for Q&A.

Event Link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/92331762769?pwd=ZDNnSUxoZ0ZuMEFHQ2owNkl2Y2V1QT09

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this first session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn the basics of accessibility requirements and how to identify accessibility issues in your course materials using tools such as Ally. We will show you how to run accessibility checks in various software and review the results.

We encourage you to join us for Accessibility Part 2: Improving your Course Materials to learn more about creating and formatting electronic documents to be accessible.

Event Link for Part 1: https://rit.zoom.us/j/91212257666?pwd=S1FqdEJsd0E5M2ZpQk1hcE1RelljQT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this second session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn to create accessible course assets. We will show you how to correct common accessibility issues while working in document editing programs.

If you haven't previously joined us for Accessibility Part 1: Understanding the Requirements, we encourage you to complete that session first before attending Part 2.

Event Link for Part 2:    https://rit.zoom.us/j/94210183721?pwd=cmRCVlNlNC8xUHAyTDJtUG1UZVRNUT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/ 

In this first session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn the basics of accessibility requirements and how to identify accessibility issues in your course materials using tools such as Ally. We will show you how to run accessibility checks in various software and review the results. 

We encourage you to join us for Accessibility Part 2: Improving your Course Materials to learn more about creating and formatting electronic documents to be accessible.

Event Link for Part 1:  https://rit.zoom.us/j/99558664952?pwd=cTNmVldOamtUWjFPRjVYSDV6d29SQT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/

myCourses can be used to help your students be successful no matter the course mode. Bring your questions about using the Content tool, Discussions tool, Assignments tool, Quizzes tool, Grades tool, Rubrics tool, Announcements tool, Classlist tool, Class Progress tool, and more.

IMPORTANT: In order to make the best use of our time during this session, we encourage you to review the following video tutorials before attending this session. These tutorials cover some of the basics of the tools and may be able to answer some of your questions:

• Content Tool Overview

• Assignment Tool Overview

• Quiz Tool Overview

• Discussion Tool Overview

Event Link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/97373873718

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Panopto is a tool used for storing and streaming course videos. Learn about the benefits of using Panopto, how to get started with Panopto in your course, and some of the core features of Panopto.

Note that this session will not cover how to record or edit videos. We recommend you attend the session called "Creating Course Video Basics" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Upload from the Panopto web portal or Upload from within myCourses Insert Stuff

• Insert Panopto Videos in Your Course

In this second session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn to create accessible course assets. We will show you how to correct common accessibility issues while working in document editing programs.

If you haven't previously joined us for Accessibility Part 1: Understanding the Requirements, we encourage you to complete that session first before attending Part 2.

Event Link for Part 2:   https://rit.zoom.us/j/95627738148?pwd=d2JQM1pKM3JBeDlBTGt0WjRuZHU1dz09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/ 

RIT has launched Panopto for recording, editing, and streaming course videos. Learn about recording using Panopto Capture, editing in Panopto, and captioning course videos.

Note that this session will not cover the full features of Panopto. We recommend you attend the session called "Using Panopto in your Course" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Record and Edit in Panopto

• Caption your videos

Zoom link for this session: https://rit.zoom.us/j/96312043437

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us as we share hosting duties and give you an opportunity to try out the waiting room, polling, annotating a screen shared document, creating and moving among breakout rooms, interactive features such as yes/no/go faster, and pinning and spotlighting video. We will address advanced features upon request. Due to the interactive nature of this session, enrollment will be capped at 5 participants.

Event Link:      https://rit.zoom.us/j/98253253572?pwd=aHY3NDJ3Tll0cnpuR1dxWDRxQ2U0dz09

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us for a 30 minute discussion of advanced Zoom features and software updates that will provide you with new options for activities in the classroom and a better understanding of your Zoom account.

Topics will include:

• Multi spotlight
• Live auto transcriptions
• Immersive Views
• Breakout room updates
• Zoom software updates

There will be time at the end for Q&A.

Event Link:  https://rit.zoom.us/j/98399232199?pwd=bkpLYy9uU2UveHdLOXpRV3Z0c2kwZz09

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu/

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Join us for an introduction to enterprise Slack at RIT. We will cover why you would want to use Slack in your class, how to request a workspace, configuring settings, and how to add students to the workspace.

Event Link:  https://rit.zoom.us/j/92299608963?pwd=S3UrSkJGMEV2LzJ1dWdKVFhrMUJRQT09

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this first session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn the basics of accessibility requirements and how to identify accessibility issues in your course materials using tools such as Ally. We will show you how to run accessibility checks in various software and review the results. 

We encourage you to join us for Accessibility Part 2: Improving your Course Materials to learn more about creating and formatting electronic documents to be accessible.

Event Link for Part 1:    https://rit.zoom.us/j/96638302971?pwd=NFBUcUVURnRNWjNsTG9yd3o5bUdrUT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this second session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn to create accessible course assets. We will show you how to correct common accessibility issues while working in document editing programs.

If you haven't previously joined us for Accessibility Part 1: Understanding the Requirements, we encourage you to complete that session first before attending Part 2.

Event Link for Part 2:   https://rit.zoom.us/j/93275630917?pwd=cDdpZjJOWFE1V2xEZ3czSHllYzFBQT09 

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/ 

myCourses can be used to help your students be successful no matter the course mode. Bring your questions about using the Content tool, Discussions tool, Assignments tool, Quizzes tool, Grades tool, Rubrics tool, Announcements tool, Classlist tool, Class Progress tool, and more.

IMPORTANT: In order to make the best use of our time during this session, we encourage you to review the following video tutorials before attending this session. These tutorials cover some of the basics of the tools and may be able to answer some of your questions:

• Content Tool Overview

• Assignment Tool Overview

• Quiz Tool Overview

• Discussion Tool Overview

Event Link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/99800355628

Interpreters can be requested at https://myaccess.rit.edu

This session is intended for RIT faculty, including adjuncts and teaching assistants.

Panopto is a tool used for storing and streaming course videos. Learn about the benefits of using Panopto, how to get started with Panopto in your course, and some of the core features of Panopto.

Note that this session will not cover how to record or edit videos. We recommend you attend the session called "Creating Course Video Basics" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Upload from the Panopto web portal or Upload from within myCourses Insert Stuff

• Insert Panopto Videos in Your Course

RIT has launched Panopto for recording, editing, and streaming course videos. Learn about recording using Panopto Capture, editing in Panopto, and captioning course videos.

Note that this session will not cover the full features of Panopto. We recommend you attend the session called "Using Panopto in your Course" for learning those topics.

To prepare for this session, you can review the following wiki pages:

• Record and Edit in Panopto

• Caption your videos

Zoom link for this session: https://rit.zoom.us/j/98565340375

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this first session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn the basics of accessibility requirements and how to identify accessibility issues in your course materials using tools such as Ally. We will show you how to run accessibility checks in various software and review the results. 

We encourage you to join us for Accessibility Part 2: Improving your Course Materials to learn more about creating and formatting electronic documents to be accessible.

Event Link for Part 1:    https://rit.zoom.us/j/91404502872?pwd=OGpJNmJkdXprNXJmQ3l1RDNnbm9HUT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/

In this second session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn to create accessible course assets. We will show you how to correct common accessibility issues while working in document editing programs.

If you haven't previously joined us for Accessibility Part 1: Understanding the Requirements, we encourage you to complete that session first before attending Part 2.

Event Link for Part 2:   https://rit.zoom.us/j/95549633628?pwd=N3lCL0F6TFE0RFI1MWVseDV6aWVyUT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/ 

In this first session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn the basics of accessibility requirements and how to identify accessibility issues in your course materials using tools such as Ally. We will show you how to run accessibility checks in various software and review the results. 

We encourage you to join us for Accessibility Part 2: Improving your Course Materials to learn more about creating and formatting electronic documents to be accessible.

Event Link for Part 1:    https://rit.zoom.us/j/95526760134?pwd=Kzh2QW5Oa3JJM1EybTJSYzUxMzNyQT09

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/

Are you a lecturer or senior lecturer planning to pursue promotion in the near future? Join Associate Provost Laverne McQuiller-Williams for a discussion on how to present a strong promotion case. The presentation is followed by a panel of colleagues who have experienced with the promotion process. If you are curious about: strategies used in making an outstanding promotion package; common mistakes that candidates make in preparing a promotion package; suggestions on creating a narrative to address promotion guidelines --- you won’t want to miss this session!

Hosted by Faculty Career Development and the Office of Faculty Affairs.

To request interpreting, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu

In this second session of the accessibility two-part series, you will learn to create accessible course assets. We will show you how to correct common accessibility issues while working in document editing programs.

If you haven't previously joined us for Accessibility Part 1: Understanding the Requirements, we encourage you to complete that session first before attending Part 2.

Event Link for Part 2:   https://rit.zoom.us/j/93979761844?pwd=enFpWW9kQnZJSUZNVDFvVklqQWRjUT09 

To request interpreting services please go to https://myaccess.rit.edu/ 

Department Chair Series
Faculty Evaluation: Developing Confidence and Building Skills

January 26, 2:00-3:30 pm

Please register by JANUARY 3 so materials can be provided to you in advance. 

Writing annual performance reviews is the least favorite task for most department chairs.  Chairs just aren’t always prepared for the dynamics and requirements of this process. Join Vice Provost Christine Licata and chair colleagues for a workshop designed to help you develop your own strategies for writing effective and defensible appraisals that are both summative and formative in nature.  

You will be working from Jeffrey L. Buller’s book: Best Practices in Faculty Evaluation available as an e-book in our library via this Permanent Link. If you are accessing the library from off campus, you will be prompted to login with your RIT username and password.  Workshop discussions will be based on specific readings and case studies from this book (you will be emailed the assignments). Discussion will center on how to prepare for writing the annual review and conducting review meetings.  The goal of this session is to assist you in feeling more confident, competent, and comfortable with the faculty evaluation process. 

To request interpreting services, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu.

Hosted by Office of Faculty Affairs, Faculty Career Development.

Department Chair Series: Emotional Intelligence
February 9, 2-3:30 pm 

This interactive workshop focuses on foundational concepts and understanding individual Emotional Intelligence reports. Attendees will participate in individual activities and a small group exercise at the end. 

Exploring Emotional Intelligence (EQ) focuses leaders on understanding their own emotions in order to better understand, hear, respect and work with others. The skills associated with EQ support the leader’s ability to respond to situations and people in keeping with who they are rather than what’s emotionally happening in the moment – particularly under challenging circumstances. Participants gain individualized perspective on their own EQ scores and explore strategies and tools for improvement in each of four domains – Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness and Relationship Management.

Prior to the workshop participants should:

• Read Chapters 1 and 2 in the book.
• Take the Emotional Intelligence Appraisal® (instructions are available in the book).
• Bring your report and book with you to the workshop.

You must register by December 17 in order to receive the book via USPS prior to the University’s holiday shut down. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.

To request interpreting services, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu

Hosted by Office of Faculty Affairs, Faculty Career Development

IDS is RIT's interlibrary loan and document delivery service. An update from Morna Hilderbrand, the IDS Librarian will be provided on how to access library materials both at RIT and from other libraries including the ConnectNY service.

Tenure-track faculty are invited to join colleagues at the annual Mid-Tenure Review panel and discussion where you can ask questions about requirements for mid-tenure review and learn about this important process from Dr. Laverne McQuiller-Williams, Associate Provost, and from your colleagues who have earned tenure. Dr. McQuiller-Williams will begin with a presentation on the tenure review process, followed by a general panel discussion, then breakouts with a faculty representative from each of the Colleges.

10:30 am - Dr. McQuiller-Williams, Overview of the Tenure Process at RIT

11:15 am - College Breakout Sessions

College Breakout Reps: TBA

To request interpreting, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu

Hosted by Faculty Career Development and Office of Faculty Affairs.

Faculty Promotion Discussion: Associate Professor to Full Professor

Are you an associate professor planning to pursue promotion to full Professor in the near future? Join Associate Provost Laverne McQuiller-WIlliams for a discussion on how to present a strong promotion case. The presentation will be followed by a panel of colleagues who have experience with the promotion process for their insight on how best to prepare. If you are curious about strategies used in pulling together a strong promotion package and suggestions on creating a narrative to address promotion guidelines, you won’t want to miss this session!

This session will cover our Deaf Art collection in Deaf Studies Archives, an InfoGuide with books, articles, databases and websites about Deaf Artists and more!

Details to come.

Interpreters can be requested at http://myaccess.rit.edu/

https://rit.zoom.us/j/98766499542

Effective Faculty Onboarding & Retention
Wednesday, March 23, 2022, 2-3:30 pm

Research shows that successful onboarding of new faculty leads to higher levels of job satisfaction, reduced stress, and may also lead to increased faculty retention. Join Drs. Larry Buckley and André O. Hudson for an interactive workshop covering guiding principles for effective faculty onboarding. Learn about the purpose of onboarding and the different approaches including the “welcome mat” approach, the process of developing effective and proactive onboarding. The importance of culture, environment and mentoring in the onboarding process will also be covered. Participants will have the opportunity to develop a framework that is specific to their respective academic units.

Dr. André O. Hudson is Head, Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences, College of Science. Dr. Larry Buckley is Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and former head of the School of  Life Sciences.

To request interpreting services, visit http://myaccess.rit.edu

Hosted by Office of Faculty Affairs, Faculty Career Development

This session will cover library and public resources that are available to explore potential career options by major, interest, or job title. Participants will learn about books, ebooks, and databases available from RIT Libraries, as well as different websites for self-assessment, salary research, and more!

Did you know that RIT Libraries has its own YouTube channel? It's full of helpful video tutorials addressing a variety of library resources and skills. This session will review how to find RIT Libraries on YouTube and take a look at what's there.

That next step in your academic career – promotion to full professor – is just over the horizon. Is your research portfolio in good shape? Associate Professors are invited to join Dr. Laverne McQuiller-Williams, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, to hear suggestions on building and presenting your research portfolio in your promotion package. Learn strategies for jump-starting your research and ideas on what constitutes a successful promotion package. There will be an opportunity to discuss building your research agenda and ample time available to answer your questions.

To request interpreting, go to http://myaccess.rit.edu

Hosted by Faculty Career Development, Office of Faculty Affairs.