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Tag: WAC

Workshop: Can AI write my_?

Register Here | Facilitator: Thomas Polk

This hands-on workshop invites faculty to explore how students can use Generative AI as a writing tool to assist with their assignments. Together, we’ll experiment with AI tools at various stages of the writing process, including brainstorming, drafting, and revising, to consider the strengths and limitations of AI as a writing tool. This workshop is part of the Teaching with AI credential Level 1 series. 

* Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Deadline: WAC Summer 2026 CTL Funds Proposals

Learn more and submit a proposal for a Summer 2026 Curriculum and Teaching Leadership (CTL) Fund project with Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) here.

Workshop: Designing effective peer review

Register Here | Facilitator: Joan Hwang

Want to facilitate better peer review activities? This workshop introduces participants to designing effective, outcome-aligned peer review activities that support students learning and disciplinary writing goals. Participants will leave with practical strategies they can readily adapt to their own courses.

* Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Workshop: Can AI write my_?

Register Here| Facilitator: Thomas Polk

This hands-on workshop invites faculty to explore how students can use Generative AI as a writing tool to assist with their assignments. Together, we’ll experiment with AI tools at various stages of the writing process, including brainstorming, drafting, and revising, to consider the strengths and limitations of AI as a writing tool.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above

Workshop: Providing effective and sustainable feedback

Register Here | Facilitator: Thomas Polk

Want to develop a more sustainable and effective plan for providing feedback? This workshop focuses on key practices for increasing the impact and efficiency of the feedback you offer. We will explore the characteristics of effective feedback and strategies for implementing them.
*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

WAC Primer: Teaching Writing across the Curriculum

Wednesdays, Feb 4 – 25 | Register Here | Facilitator: Thomas Polk

Are you new to teaching a Writing Intensive course or looking for fresh ways to engage students through writing? WAC Primer is an engaging four session series designed to help faculty build practical, research informed strategies for teaching with writing and designing assignments that advance meaningful student learning. Participants will explore effective assignment design, feedback and assessment practices, and active learning strategies for teaching writing in any discipline. WAC Primer offers a supportive, collaborative space to discover new approaches, reflect on your course design, and connect with colleagues across campus who share a commitment to student learning.

Dates of Sessions:
February 4, 2026 11am-12pm
February 11, 2026 11am-12pm
February 18, 2026 11am-12pm
February 25, 2026 11am-12pm

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Workshop: An Introduction to the Writing-intensive Course

Register Here| Facilitator: Tom Polk

Are you new to teaching a WI course or want a refresher on some of the basics? This workshop will focus on writing-intensive course design and help faculty prepare for the semester ahead. Join WAC staff to learn more about the new learning outcomes and begin drafting your WI course materials.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

 

Providing Effective & Sustainable Feedback

 Register here | Facilitator: Thomas Polk

Want to develop a more sustainable and effective plan for providing feedback? This workshop focuses on key practices for increasing the impact and efficiency of the feedback you offer. We will explore the characteristics of effective feedback and some strategies for implementing them.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

An Introduction to the Writing-intensive Course

 Register here | Facilitator: Thomas Polk

Are you new to teaching a WI course or want a refresher on some of the basics? This workshop will focus on writing-intensive course design and help faculty prepare for the WI enhancements process. Join WAC staff to learn more about the WI learning outcomes and get a strong start to the semester.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.