Exploring Extended Reality (XR) Technologies
Presenters: Elizabeth Desrosiers, Bijan Pashaie
Room: HS312
Are you interested in learning about Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)?
This session will begin with a presentation about different ways that Extended Reality
(XR) technologies are being used across a wide variety of industries including applications
in engineering, art and design, medical technology, equipment maintenance, aerospace,
online learning, and many more! Next, participants will join small groups and brainstorm
ways that XR can add value for students, faculty, and staff. Examples of tools will
be available for experimentation during the session, and attendees are encouraged
to bring their own Tablets, Phones, and/or VR Headsets for exploration and practice.
Faculty Making a Difference
Facilitators: Elizabeth Gassel Perkins and Ellen Wottrich
Panelists: Kelly Wavering, Jamie Christy, Kristi Shaffer, Tracy Barron, Erin Mignin, Shaun Reno,
John Elliott, Diane Ascare
Room: E019
STLCC has undertaken several different large-scale student and community-focused initiatives
in the last several years. Some of these programs include dual credit/enrollment partnerships,
developmental education redesign work, a new student placement tool, and a new partnership
with St. Louis County Justice Services called the PACE Program. This session will
briefly provide general information and quantitative data regarding these initiatives
but will focus on how each program has been successful due to faculty participation
and leadership. This session aims to highlight the excellent work completed by faculty
in each of these areas and provide information on how others can get involved.
STLCC NEA and the JR: Understanding Changes to the JR and How They Affect Your Working
Conditions
Presenter: Rob Hertel
Room: AB Dining Room
Understanding changes to the JR and how they affect your working conditions.
Establishing an Inclusive Climate for Faculty of Color through Recruitment and Retention
Efforts
Presenter: Angela Street (EAB)
Room: HS212
Too often, efforts to foster a more inclusive climate stall out because of "analysis
paralysis." Leaders want to be sure they have exactly the right data to measure and
understand the climate at their institution. Year after year, leaders launch climate
surveys to measure faculty and staff's perception of climate. However, the data continuously
shows in particular the attrition of faculty of color continues to either decline
or not increase. In this session we will explore best practices in faculty of color
retention and recruitment efforts where an inclusive climate has been deeply explored
and made progress in these areas of challenge. We will discuss how this may relate
to SLCC and explore the research surrounding this work together.
Calling All Badminton Players!*
Presenters: Sarah Fielding, Kevin Sterett
Place: Field by flagpole adjacent to parking garage
Join us on the grass nearest the flag pole for a badminton “doing” extravaganza, weather
permitting. In this session, play will be held on a first-come, first-served basis.
Get there early to take a number and rotate in. Even numbers will play odd. All welcome,
including spectators. Standard, international rules of the game apply.
The Benefits of Forming Connections with Students
Presenter: Sandra Arumugam-Osburn, Phi Theta Kappa - Forest Park
Room: HS310
The PTK students at the Forest Park campus are researching the mental health, academic,
social, and financial benefits of forming connections between students and faculty.
We plan to share our initial research findings with the faculty members and solicit
feedback from them. We would like to discuss how faculty perceive these connections
for themselves and get suggestions on how these connections can be made both in and
out of the classroom.
Session 1 - Transgender Experiences in Higher Ed, Healthcare, & Beyond: Defining Our
Terms
Presenter: Abby Mueller (Metropolitan Trans Umbrella Group)
Facilitators: TBD
Room: HS314
Metro Trans Umbrella Group will provide a panel of trans community members who will
speak to their experiences in school, healthcare, and other spaces. They will explain
various terms and gender concepts in the context of their own lives.
You Are a Data Person
Presenters: Casey Whalen, Jen Peterlin
Room: E309
Using the framework from "You Are A Data Person - Strategies for Using Analytics on
Campus" by Amelia Parnell to analyze Student Satisfaction Inventory data in PowerBI.
Communications Training – Building Community Through Effective Communications
Presenters: Zack Kavanaugh (FleishmanHillard), Don Etling (FleishmanHillard)
Room: E214
Two members of FleishmanHillard’s Talent + Transformation team will host a collaborative
communication training session, sharing learnings from the Community College’s employee
survey and follow-up employee engagement sessions, and soliciting and sharing ideas
and best practices from participants. During the training you will learn effective
communications and listening strategies, and how to engage with your colleagues in
a candid conversation.
The training is designed to align with the system’s goals to improve communications
across the organization, build a stronger community, enhance employees’ workplace
experience and, ultimately, make STLCC a Best Place to Work.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please register your interest. Completion of the form is to provide the facilitators with background information
on and potential size of the audience in order to tailor the session to participant
needs.
Introduction to Agile Concepts
Presenter: Ian Garrison, Lead Agile Coach, Sketch Development
Room: E209
Whether you're new to Agile or looking to refresh your understanding, this session
is designed to demystify the fundamentals of Agile methods. In this presentation,
we will explore the key principles and practices that drive agility. From the Agile
Manifesto to Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, we'll cover the core concepts that empower teams
to adapt, innovate, and deliver value to customers more effectively.
Experts from Sketch Development, will break down complex ideas into digestible insights,
making it accessible for individuals at all levels of experience. You'll leave with
a solid foundation in agile ways of thinking, armed with practical knowledge to enhance
your team's productivity and agility.
Resume Tips & Best Practices
Presenter: Rhoda Banks
Room: E311
This presentation is tailored for individuals who aspire to break into corporate or
professional roles, whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or simply
seeking advancement in your current profession. No matter where you are on your career
journey, this session will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to create
a standout resume that grabs the attention of hiring managers.
Hands-Only CPR and Stop the Bleed*
Presenters: Brad Ziegler, Scott Mullins
Room: HS412A
Learn hands-only CPR and how to help someone with life-threatening bleeding in this
interactive session.
Enrollment Services: Next Steps & Updates; 24/25 Financial Aid Updates
Presenters: Dr. Chauvette Green; Bobby Collins and Royce Bond
Room: HS214
Enrollment Services: Next Steps & Updates: With a full academic year under our belt,
we will discuss the restructure of Admissions and Financial Aid, process improvements
and next steps.
24/25 Financial Aid Updates: Review of the many changes the Department of Education
will be enforcing with the FAFSA, data collection, taxes, etc.