Each May, we dedicate the month to teaching and learning, in collaboration with units across ³ÉÈËVRÊÓƵ.
Throughout the month, we plan a variety of facilitated events as well as self-access activities that can be completed asynchronously.
May 2026: Fostering relationship-rich classrooms
Offered in partnership with the Office of Science Education
What are relationship-rich classrooms?
Relationships in higher education—whether between students, between students and instructors, or between instructors and the entire class—are a vital part of the educational experience. Learning environments that prioritize trust, belonging, and meaningful interaction foster strong, supportive connections. These connections help students engage with academic content, develop essential learning skills, and overcome challenges. In an age increasingly shaped by generative AI, relationships cultivated in the classroom serve as a vital counterbalance, grounding learning in empathy, authenticity, and shared experience. 
May 2026 programming information coming soon!
for information about upcoming events.
Each Teaching for Learning Month is curated around a theme
(related to the theme of our Beyond Grading symposium)
Previous themes include:
- May 2025: Promoting engagement in learning
- May 2024: Assessment for learning
