Connection workshops are 80 minutes and have built-in time to engage beyond the presentation. Participants will be able to engage in discussion and work on activities in small groups. Some of these sessions include a virtual option when available, but some will be offered only in-person.
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The Swings That Have Missed - (April 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Available Seats: 21 of 36
Date: April 24, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409
Room: TLPDC 153
This discussion invites participants to rethink the role of failed attempts in academic life—not as a flaw or a dead end, but as an essential and often unseen part of growth, learning, and persistence. The Swings That Have Missed will center on the moments that don’t make it onto résumés or CVs: the rejected proposals, unsuccessful teaching techniques, misses in mentorship, and other paths that didn’t unfold as planned this semester.
It may feel vulnerable to participate in a conversation about endeavors we wish would have turned out differently and share stories about the successes that were not to be, but it is important for our wellbeing to be able to do so. It is our hope that participants can find a supportive space and think about how setbacks shape our academic journeys at every stage and feel comfort that we are not alone as we “swing and miss”. Join Mitzi Ziegner, Associate Director at the TLPDC, for a facilitated discussion that will help us acknowledge that both wins and losses are a normal part of our academic journeys. By the end of the conversation, we hope to foster resilience, authenticity, and connection. This session is designed for anyone navigating academic spaces who seeks a more honest, compassionate, and realistic in their approach to achievement.
