2023-2024 UFP Roundtable Session 2

Welcome to our second virtual gathering, where we highlight impactful initiatives from the University Fellows Program (UFP). In this series, primary investigators present concise updates (10-15 minutes each) on their projects, sharing key findings and insights. Each session includes time for Q&A and discussion, offering an in-depth look at the progress and outcomes of these innovative initiatives.

Featured Initiatives:

• Teresa Handy: Each One, Reach One
• Julie Adkins: The Writing Toolkit Supporting Academic Writing of Graduate Students
• Teresa Handy: GEN 101 OER Project

2023-2024 UFP Roundtable Session 5

We will hear from three impactful initiatives in our fifth and final virtual gathering. Christy McMahon will present "You've Got Mail! Messages and Live Connections Enriched with Encouragement, Empowerment, and Humor – The Missing Link to Student Retention and Success?" Jessi Upshaw will discuss "The Impact of Narrative-Based Professional Development on Student Success and the Development of a Culture of Care" as part of her ED Talk: Ideas Worth Exploring. Lastly, Stephanie Stubbs will present "Joining the Journey: Supporting Doctoral Student Persistence and Degree Completion Through Purposeful, Motivational Interventions." Each primary investigator will offer a 10-15 minute presentation summarizing their progress, challenges encountered, and critical breakthroughs in their project.

2023-2024 UFP Roundtable Session 4

 2023-2024 UFP Roundtable Session 4

In our fourth virtual gathering, we highlight the work of primary investigators and co-collaborators in the University Fellows Program. In this session, you'll hear a brief yet informative update from Karen Ivy, whose project, "Decoding Artificial Intelligence for Building Self-Efficacy and Leadership Self-Efficacy: Learning from Experts, Examples, and Experience," explores the role of adapting AI in developing critical leadership skills. Discover key insights, findings, and the potential impact of this innovative project.

2023-2024 UFP Roundtable Session 3

In our third virtual gathering, we bring updates from three impactful initiatives to enhance student success and retention. Holly Lopez presents the second phase of her ECE Retention Project, while Newton Miller shares findings from two of his research projects: "Do Affinity Groups Impact Retention Rates of Men of Color?" and "Leveraging the 'Eight to be Great' to Teach Student-Sustained Academic Achievement." Each Primary investigator provides a 10-15 minute overview of their progress, followed by a discussion of the challenges and breakthroughs of their work.