Become a CTL Faculty Scholar!
The Center for Teaching & Learning invites innovative educators to join the CTL Faculty Scholar Program, launching November 3. As a Faculty Scholar, you’ll collaborate with the CTL to advance professional growth across campus—e.g., designing workshops, leading learning communities, contributing to research, or other innovative work.
The Center for Teaching & Learning invites innovative educators to join the CTL Faculty Scholar Program, launching November 3. As a Faculty Scholar, you’ll collaborate with the CTL to advance professional growth across campus—e.g., designing workshops, leading learning communities, contributing to research, or other innovative work.
This year’s priority areas include applied learning, AI in teaching and learning, equitable and inclusive practices, effective online and hybrid teaching, assessment and reflective teaching, and building faculty learning communities.
Scholars receive financial support and the opportunity to shape the future of teaching at Cal Poly Humboldt.
Applications due November 17. Projects begin January 2026.
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- Call for Applications: CTL Faculty Scholar ProgramThe Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) invites applications for the Faculty Scholar Program. This program offers faculty members an opportunity to collaborate with the CTL in advancing teaching excellence and innovation across the university. Faculty Scholars design and facilitate professional development initiatives—such as workshops, research projects, and learning communities—that promote equity, innovation, and evidence-informed teaching practices. For the upcoming cycle, priority areas include:
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- MLK Jr. Day On, Not a Day OffCal Poly Humboldt students, staff and faculty, and community members are invited to join Youth Educational Services (Y.E.S.) for a morning of community service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day—Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon. This is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to local organizations while commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. King. This event will feature volunteer projects on campus and at community sites. Transportation, breakfast snacks, coffee and tea will be provided.
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- Cal Poly Humboldt Professional Development Newsletter - November 2025This month inside Cal Poly Humboldt Professional Development Newsletter: