Now that we are all settled into the semester a bit, I want to offer a slightly-belated welcome back… both to the semester and our CITL blog. We in the CITL have been working on ways we can support the IUB2030 strategic plan, particularly those sections that are aligned closely with our work—evidence-based teaching, inclusive… Read more »
CITL’s Response to SCOTUS Ruling on Affirmative Action
The US Supreme Court’s June 29th decision regarding affirmative action in college admissions has raised concerns about the ability of universities to recruit the diverse student populations that are important to our missions, and that it presents challenges to our goals of supporting upward mobility for people and groups facing historic and systemic inequities. The… Read more »
In Support of Our MSU Colleagues
On behalf of the staff of the CITL, I want to pass along my condolences to our colleagues at Michigan State University, who are experiencing the trauma of a mass shooting on their campus. Our thoughts are with the faculty, staff, and students of MSU as they deal with this tragedy. Whenever we hear of… Read more »
Adapting to a ChatGPT Reality
Since mid-December, news about ChatGPT, the newest AI text-generating tool, has captured the attention of those of us in higher education, both causing worry about the implications for academic integrity and intriguing us with new options for engaging students in discussions of the impacts of AI in their academic and professional careers. This post is… Read more »
With Gratitude
As we approach Thanksgiving, I want to take time again this year to thank the individuals who have made this work a rewarding part of my life. As I have done in the past, however, I want to acknowledge that not everyone celebrates this day as a holiday, particularly many Native Americans who mark this… Read more »
Support your First-Gen Students
Today IU is taking time to celebrate first-generation college students, making sure we recognize the important contributions first-gens make to our university and to make sure these important students feel welcome and supported by our IU community. Here are four ways you can support first-gen students in your courses: Let them know you support them…. Read more »