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Community & Connection

Find your people, exchange ideas, and make Rutgers feel a bit smaller.

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Interested in forming a new community? Learn how!

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Teaching Fellowships

Explore fellowships designed for instructors of all appointment types to support pedagogical growth, course enhancement, and student engagement.

 

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Pathways, Series, & Certificates

Build specific teaching competencies through structured, multi-step pathways. Explore key initiatives below, including student-facing Canvas modules you can integrate into your courses.

 

 

 

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Conferences, Institutes, & Symposia

Connect with colleagues and elevate your teaching practice through intensive experiences like conferences, retreats, and institutes.

 

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Instructional Design & Tech Support

Find the right technical guidance for your courses, whether you’re optimizing Canvas, teaching online, or adopting new classroom technologies. Support and resources are available through central services and dedicated school teams.

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Grants & Awards

Spark new teaching innovations and elevate your courses with Rutgers grants, awards, and funding opportunities.

 

 

 

 

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Adult & Continuing Education Programs

Expand your instructional expertise and earn certificates through specialized courses offered by Adult and Continuing Education.