UPCOMING EVENTS

Gen Ed Reformers Anonymous Support Group

The Gen Ed Reformers Anonymous Support Group offers AGLS members the opportunity to gather in a safe and supportive ‘cone-of-silence’ environment with like-minded colleagues from all over to discuss and tackle all things gen ed. In the past, we have explored broad issues of transfer, assessment, messaging, etc… and we will again dig into topics decided by the group as we go along. Hope you will join us for any/all of the meetings!

2024-2025 events (times listed will be eastern)

The 24-25 Gen Ed Anonymous Support Group Series: ‘Gen Ed: What is it good for? Absolutely everything!’
Series Description: This year, we will do the Gen Ed Anonymous Support Group a little differently. Don’t worry, we will still come together periodically over Zoom as Gen Ed Leaders and Geeps [Gen Ed Peeps, copyright Bridget Trogden 🙂 ] to share, challenge, brainstorm, and even commiserate in an open, honest, and supportive way. But instead of starting with a specific issue as we have done in the past, we will theme each meeting around a key purpose/value of general education and then dig into the issues (e.g. policies, data, transfer, assessment, messaging, etc.) that emerge related to that topic. The themes build on the ‘plays’ in the AGLS Playbook Chapter 1, so they include gen ed for professional success, skill development, understanding of humanity, civic engagement, lifelong learning, etc. etc.

EPISODE 2♦ Gen Ed: What is it good for? Discovering a deeper understanding of humanity!
facilitated by TBA
Day/Time TBA Sign Up Open Soon

EPISODE 3♦ Gen Ed: What is it good for? Delivering on the institutional promise (while navigating external forces)! TBA
EPISODE 4♦ Gen Ed: What is it good for? Developing skills to tackle problems of the community and the world! TBA
EPISODE 5♦ Gen Ed: What is it good for? Finding passions/interests and build a foundation for lifelong learning! TBA

Watch here for links to sign up and topics of future conversations for each date!

AGLS Live Chat

Live Chats are informal discussions, simulations, or crowd-sourcing opportunities on topics of interest to those who do gen ed work.

2024 events (times listed will be eastern)

Why Purdue Global’s FREE General Education Conference is a Good Bet for Your Gen Ed Faculty

The Purdue Global General Education Conference Team will host a session to learn about the upcoming Purdue Global Virtual General Education Conference, happening April 22-24, 2025, with our special pre-conference event, the 2nd annual Purdue Global Earth Day Celebration on April 21, 2025! This conference offers a valuable opportunity to connect, discuss, and explore the evolving role of General Education in today’s digital landscape. Attendees will dive into innovative practices that enhance student success and foster skills critical for lifelong learning.

Sessions will cover research, effective instructional strategies, leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion, and emerging trends in education technology. Engaging Lightning Sessions will feature quick, impactful presentations that are perfect for exploring innovative ideas and best practices.

For Earth Day, we’re excited to share how student involvement has enriched our event, offering students a chance to present alongside faculty and staff, and discuss the benefits and challenges of integrating students into university conferences.

AGLS Institutional members can join and present for free, engaging with colleagues dedicated to the long-term impact and success of General Education. Details on session types, proposal guidelines, and submission information will be shared during the event.

Thursday, December 5th Noon eastern

Watch here for links to sign up and topics of conversation for each date!