This is a full listing of opportunities on our registration site and includes TLPDC sessions and events facilitated by other departments on campus.
Please click on the session title for the description and option to register.
- Jan22Wed
Bite-Sized Best Practices: Virtual Lunch Edition – (January 22, 2025 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/98461666846
Available Seats: 281
Join us for a one-hour session “show and tell” session on Generative AI best practices led by TLPDC Fellow Lisa Low. From novice to professional, you'll leave with fresh ideas and a satisfied appetite. Bring your own lunch! Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/98461666846
- Jan29Wed
Autism in the Classroom: Strategies for Connection and Communication – (January 29, 2025 01:00 PM – 02:20 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 24
Facilitator: Julian Munn (CASE Program Manager, Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research) and Kimberly Rindlisbacher (Academic Counselor, Student Disability Services)
This interactive 80-minute workshop offers university faculty an introduction to autism, focusing on practical strategies to enhance communication and connection with students with Autism. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences of autistic individuals and explore effective approaches for creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. Through engaging discussions, case studies, and reflective activities, faculty will learn how to recognize and respond to common communication challenges, adapt teaching methods, and foster meaningful connections that support all students' learning and well-being.
Lunch will be provided!
- Jan29Wed
Reclaiming Attention: Digital Detox Strategies – (January 29, 2025 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 22
This session introduces a "Digital Detox" approach, helping you reclaim focus and joy by limiting digital distractions and fostering deeper, uninterrupted work. Participants will explore the cognitive impact of multitasking, dopamine-driven tech habits, and strategies for implementing focus-oriented routines. Key takeaways include understanding the brain's limits on multitasking, applying the Ivy Lee method for priority management, adopting the Pomodoro Technique to tackle procrastination and sustain deep work, and incorporating movement “snacks” into daily routines. This session empowers attendees to guide students and themselves toward healthier digital habits and improved academic engagement. While developed for faculty and students in higher education, the Digital Detox strategies are transferable to any environment where focus and mental well-being are at risk. Attendees will gain universally applicable tools for managing digital distractions, improving attention, and enhancing life satisfaction across personal and professional domains. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97756149735
- Jan30Thu
Strengths Part 1: Integrating Your CliftonStrengths to Enhance Faculty Career Planning – (January 30, 2025 03:30 PM – 04:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 150
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 150
Available Seats: 34
Faculty & staff juggle many responsibilities in their professional and personal lives. Individuals who can identify and leverage their areas of natural talent are more likely to be successful in planning their careers and experiencing a fulfilling life. Join us to identify your strengths foundation and learn how you can integrate that knowledge into improving your career, research, professional practice, teaching, service, and work/life integration. Participants should take the CliftonStrengths (StrengthsQuest) assessment for this session through the University Career Center at www.strengthsquest.ttu.edu.
- Feb4Tue
Canvas Training – (February 4, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 33
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- Global Navigation
- Canvas Basics
- Assignments
- Speed Grader
- Feb5Wed
Bite-Sized Best Practices: Afternoon Snack Edition – (February 5, 2025 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 33
Join us for a one-hour session “show and tell” session on Generative AI best practices led by TLPDC Fellow Lisa Low. From novice to professional, you'll leave with fresh ideas and a satisfied appetite. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
- Feb5Wed
TTU Human Subject Training: Introduction to the IRB – (February 5, 2025 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
Available Seats: 297
The Human Research Protection Program is offering an Institutional Review Board training for graduate students and faculty members conducting human subject research. The training will take place over five weeks, and will be offered virtually through Zoom. Researchers who attend all five sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion for Texas Tech University Human Subject Training. This will count towards the training requirement for IRB submissions. Researchers do not have to complete all five trainings in one semester to receive the certificate. They can attend different trainings throughout multiple semesters. Researchers submitting to federal grants are still required to have human subject training through CITI. Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
- Feb10Mon
Mentoring Series: Facilitating Group Dynamics – (February 10, 2025 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 31
Effective mentorship begins with establishing a relationship and trust between individuals and within groups. Mentors who facilitate these dynamics must be intentional, clear, and flexible while fostering open dialogue. This workshop will explore how mentors can encourage individual ownership, self-reflection, and shared discovery with their mentees.
- Feb12Wed
TTU Human Subject Training: Navigating Cayuse IRB – (February 12, 2025 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
Available Seats: 298
The Human Research Protection Program is offering an Institutional Review Board training for graduate students and faculty members conducting human subject research. The training will take place over five weeks, and will be offered virtually through Zoom. Researchers who attend all five sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion for Texas Tech University Human Subject Training. This will count towards the training requirement for IRB submissions. Researchers do not have to complete all five trainings in one semester to receive the certificate. They can attend different trainings throughout multiple semesters. Researchers submitting to federal grants are still required to have human subject training through CITI. Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
- Feb14Fri
Academic Milestones: Achieving Tenure, Promotion, & Continuing Appointment – (February 14, 2025 12:15 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 48
This event will provide full-time faculty members in their probationary periods with information and strategies necessary for them to effectively advance through the tenure, promotion, and continuing appointment process. Participants will hear perspectives from the Provost and a panel of department administrators. They will also be exposed to an invaluable wealth of experience and advice on topics such as compiling a dossier, developing research projects, defining and fine tuning your story, creative scholarships, outreach and engagement, and successfully navigating the third year review process. We ask those who register to commit to attending so that the facilitators can best prepare materials and to give us an accurate number for the lunch provided. If you register and have a change of plans, please make sure to cancel your reservation or email us to let us know.
- Feb19Wed
TTU Human Subject Training: Data Collection and Privacy, Confidentiality & Security – (February 19, 2025 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
Available Seats: 298
The Human Research Protection Program is offering an Institutional Review Board training for graduate students and faculty members conducting human subject research. The training will take place over five weeks, and will be offered virtually through Zoom. Researchers who attend all five sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion for Texas Tech University Human Subject Training. This will count towards the training requirement for IRB submissions. Researchers do not have to complete all five trainings in one semester to receive the certificate. They can attend different trainings throughout multiple semesters. Researchers submitting to federal grants are still required to have human subject training through CITI. Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
- Feb21Fri
Canvas Training (Virtual) – (February 21, 2025 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjUwODM4ODgtYzJiMC00N2NhLWEyNDItYmUwNDU1YjIzNzMx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22178a51bf-8b20-49ff-b655-56245d5c173c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220b92a115-9bce-4dc9-b5c1-75b58c8d2619%22%7d
Available Seats: 248
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- Global Navigation
- Canvas Basics
- Assignments
- Speed Grader
- Feb26Wed
TTU Human Subject Training: Recruitment and Consent Procedures – (February 26, 2025 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
Available Seats: 297
The Human Research Protection Program is offering an Institutional Review Board training for graduate students and faculty members conducting human subject research. The training will take place over five weeks, and will be offered virtually through Zoom. Researchers who attend all five sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion for Texas Tech University Human Subject Training. This will count towards the training requirement for IRB submissions. Researchers do not have to complete all five trainings in one semester to receive the certificate. They can attend different trainings throughout multiple semesters. Researchers submitting to federal grants are still required to have human subject training through CITI. Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
- Feb27Thu
Dell’s Lunch & Learn with MVP students – (February 27, 2025 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 150
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 150
Available Seats: 38
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to connect with industry leaders from Dell. Gain insights into the latest tech trends and how they’re shaping the future. This is a fantastic chance to network with professionals and learn about potential career paths within the company. This event is facilitated by the Military Veterans Program and is intended to share with the military connected students about Dell Technologies' open opportunities and to answer questions they might have. They will also provide advice on resume building, elevator pitch, & workplace etiquette.
- Feb28Fri
The Compassionate Leader: Communication Retreat Part II – (February 28, 2025 10:30 AM – 03:00 PM)
Location:Cotton Court Hotel map
1610 Broadway St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Lubbock, TX 79401Room: Cotton Court Hotel - 1610 Broadway St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Available Seats: 11
The purpose of this immersive learning experience is to support participants in deepening their understanding of nonviolent communication and its use in academic and professional settings. During the retreat, participants will practice using the OFNR process to make strengths-based requests using positive action language. By the end of the day, participants will feel empowered to maintain connection during difficult conversations.
- Feb28Fri
Bite-Sized Best Practices: Lunch Edition – (February 28, 2025 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 34
Join us for a one-hour session “show and tell” session on Generative AI best practices led by TLPDC Fellow Lisa Low. From novice to professional, you'll leave with fresh ideas and a satisfied appetite. Lunch will be provided!
- Mar4Tue
Bite-Sized Best Practices: Breakfast Edition – (March 4, 2025 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 30
Join us for a one-hour session “show and tell” session on Generative AI best practices led by TLPDC Fellow Lisa Low. From novice to professional, you'll leave with fresh ideas and a satisfied appetite. Breakfast will be provided!
- Mar5Wed
Canvas Training – (March 5, 2025 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 59
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- New Quizzes
- Grading
- Speed Grader
- Mar5Wed
TTU Human Subject Training: After IRB Approval & Q&A – (March 5, 2025 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
Available Seats: 298
The Human Research Protection Program is offering an Institutional Review Board training for graduate students and faculty members conducting human subject research. The training will take place over five weeks, and will be offered virtually through Zoom. Researchers who attend all five sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion for Texas Tech University Human Subject Training. This will count towards the training requirement for IRB submissions. Researchers do not have to complete all five trainings in one semester to receive the certificate. They can attend different trainings throughout multiple semesters. Researchers submitting to federal grants are still required to have human subject training through CITI. Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/97305786183?pwd=rsjuARinLZU0xsFJYizs4ly6etD29J.1
- Mar10Mon
Mentoring Series: Aligning Expectations – (March 10, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 31
One critical element of an effective mentoring relationship is a shared understanding of what each person expects from that relationship. Problems between mentors and mentees often arise from misunderstandings about expectations. Expectations change over time, so frequent reflection & clear communication are necessary to maintain a collaborative relationship.
- Mar10Mon
In Their Own Words: A Panel Discussion with Students with Autism – (March 10, 2025 01:00 PM – 02:20 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 26
Facilitators: Julian Munn (CASE Program Manager, Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research) and Kimberly Rindlisbacher (Academic Counselor, Student Disability Services)
In this 80-minute panel discussion, university faculty will have the unique opportunity to hear directly from autistic students about their experiences in the classroom. Titled In Their Own Words, this session invites faculty to engage with authentic perspectives as the panelists respond to questions submitted in advance. The conversation will cover topics such as effective communication and supportive teaching practices. This candid dialogue aims to deepen understanding, challenge assumptions, and provide actionable insights for enhancing the academic experiences of students with Autism.
Lunch will be provided! - Mar13Thu
Canvas Training (Virtual) – (March 13, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NWYwMTdmYzgtZDQwMS00OGMyLThhMjAtZWQ1MzM5NmY3YTg2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22178a51bf-8b20-49ff-b655-56245d5c173c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220b92a115-9bce-4dc9-b5c1-75b58c8d2619%22%7d
Available Seats: 289
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- New Quizzes
- Grading
- Speed Grader
- Mar26Wed
Canvas Training – (March 26, 2025 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 21
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- Discussions
- Studio
- Big Blue Button
- Mar28Fri
Navigating Difficult Moments: Communication Skills for Evolving Leaders – (March 28, 2025 01:30 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 23
A panel discussion with TTU Campus Leaders This 80-minute panel discussion will explore the art of authentic communication during challenging interactions, equipping evolving leaders in higher education with practical strategies to build trust, foster connection, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence and empathy. Experienced and emerging TTU campus leaders will share personal insights and examples of addressing conflicts, managing power dynamics, and fostering open dialogue in higher education environments. The panel will address critical topics, including balancing empathy with accountability, handling feedback effectively, and managing emotional responses in high-stakes moments. Participants will leave with:
- Tools for fostering meaningful connection during difficult conversations.
- Insights into communication techniques that enhance trust and understanding.
- Strategies for cultivating resilience and emotional intelligence as a leader.
- Apr3Thu
Bite-Sized Best Practices: Virtual Happy Hour Edition – (April 3, 2025 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/96683299074
Available Seats: 299
Join us for a one-hour session “show and tell” session on Generative AI best practices led by TLPDC Fellow Lisa Low. From novice to professional, you'll leave with fresh ideas and a satisfied appetite. Bring your own beverage! Join via Zoom: https://texastech.zoom.us/j/96683299074
- Apr8Tue
Canvas Training (Virtual) – (April 8, 2025 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzJhZWFmYjUtMzNjMC00YzZiLWFjMDYtMmI2YzkyZGQ4ZDFl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22178a51bf-8b20-49ff-b655-56245d5c173c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220b92a115-9bce-4dc9-b5c1-75b58c8d2619%22%7d
Available Seats: 292
This training for Canvas, the new learning management system, will cover the following features:
- Discussions
- Studio
- Big Blue Button
- Apr17Thu
Mentoring Series: Maintaining Effective Communication – (April 17, 2025 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 30
Effective communication is foundational to successful mentoring relationships. While many recognize good communication when they experience it, mentors must deliberately cultivate and practice these skills. In this interactive session, participants will identify key characteristics of effective communication and engage in practical exercises to strengthen their mentoring dialogue.