January 2026 Teaching Retreat: Sherrod Library
A light bit of learning or work sessions, course reflection, and class revisions; light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks provided
Join us on Friday January 8th, 8:15 - 4:15, for a day of camaraderie, learning, and planning time to revise classes and get a jump on spring course preps!
Our goals for this day are threefold:
Create opportunities for solidarity, support, and community with your teaching peers on campus.- Offer light opportunities to learn new approaches to teaching and planning from CTE staff and Affiliates.
- Provide dedicated time and space, as preferred, for focused, intentional revision & planning of spring classes.
(And we'll feed you along the way!)
Who can register? Anyone teaching classes at ETSU!
Retreat Registration Form
Retreat Schedule
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8:15 - 8:45 Breakfast
Ease Into the Day
As you enjoy a light breakfast, chat with your teaching colleagues and build community. Get ready for a day of productivity!
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8:30 Opening Remarks
Welcome
Dr. Karin Keith and Alison Barton will share a few opening words of welcome. Plus we'll learn just a smidge about each other.
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8:45 - 10:15 Work Session I
Work Session I
We will have an optional Flash Mentoring (live) session for the first 30 minutes of this block and another for the final 30 minutes of this block. Attend any/all/none that you wish!
Flash Mentoring topics, schedule, and locations will be available at check-in.
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10:15 - 10:30 Morning Break
Morning Snack Break
Enjoy some morning snacks and coffee as you catch up with your colleagues during this break.
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10:30 - 12:00 Work Session II
Work Session II
We will have an optional Flash Mentoring (live) session for the first 30 minutes of this block and another for the final 30 minutes of this block. Attend any/all/none that you wish! -
12:00 - 12:45 Lunch
Lunch
Enjoy a lunch on us as you decompress, talk with colleagues, and refresh yourself for more productivity in the afternoon.
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12:45 - 2:15 Work Session III
Work Session III
We will have an optional Flash Mentoring (live) session for the first 30 minutes of this block and another for the final 30 minutes of this block. Attend any/all/none that you wish! -
2:15 - 2:30 Afternoon Snack Break
Afternoon Snack Break
Stretch your legs, grab a snack, and engage in more light conversation as you take a needed cognitive break. You've been working hard!
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2:30 - 4:00 Work Session IV
Work Session IV
We will have an optional Flash Mentoring (live) session for the first 30 minutes of this block and another for the final 30 minutes of this block. Attend any/all/none that you wish! -
4:00 - 4:15 Closing Activity & Prizes
It's a Wrap
We'll gather to bring closure to our day and offer some door prizes as a thank-you for spending your time with us today!