The Reinert Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning proudly celebrates recipients of the Foundations of University Teaching Skills certificate, the Principles of University Teaching Skills certificate, and the Online University Teaching Skills certificate.
Those who earned this year’s Foundations Certificate are May Alghamadi, Timothy Howell, Rowan Hollinger, Elizabeth (Lizzie) Ward, Dillon Knackstedt, Kajal, Jenifer Schilpzand, Stephanie Hartling, Sharonda Stith
The five participants who earned the Principles Certificate this year are Amy Preis, Payton Adams, Pradeep Sharma, Firas Bafageeh, and Ashley Harkins. This more intensive pathway culminates in a professional Teaching Portfolio reflecting deep engagement with teaching philosophy and pedagogical practice.
Those earning the Online Certificate are Sara Steele, Deborah Horton, Kim Levenhagen, Timothy Howell. The elements of this certificate focus on effective teaching in distance courses.
Outgoing Provost Mike Lewis, Ph.D., gave the ceremony address to provide his “Reflections on Teaching” (MP3 audio).
We applaud all recipients for the time and commitment they invested, and we extend our sincere thanks to the faculty members who served as their teaching mentors.
About the University Teaching Skills Certificate Program
The Certificate in University Teaching Skills Program is free and open to all full- and part-time SLU faculty, graduate students, and teaching staff. Participants can pursue three certificate options:
Foundations of University Teaching Skills Certificate
The Foundations Certificate requires ten Effective Teaching Credits, earned primarily through Praxis Workshops and approved electives, along with a written reflection. Completion typically requires a minimum of two semesters.
Principles of University Teaching Skills Certificate
The Principles Certificate has more extensive requirements, including the completion of three, two-week online courses and regular meetings with a faculty mentor. This pathway culminates in the development of a professional Teaching Portfolio.
Online University Teaching Skills Certificate
The Online University Teaching Skills Certificate is an advanced option. Participants must either have at least two semesters of teaching experience as the instructor of record or have completed the Foundations or Principles Certificate.
To enroll, complete the Statement of Intent form on the Reinert Center website. Certificates are awarded each December and May and celebrated at the annual Certificate Ceremony. For details, visit slu.edu/cttl/programs-and-services/certificate-programs or email cttl@slu.edu.
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