MCC Daily Tribune
TCC: Upcoming Programs (October 2026)
I hope you are enjoying the beautiful fall weather and settling into the new season. September was a busy and exciting month for the Teaching and Creativity Center, and we are looking forward to another wonderful month of learning, connection, and professional growth.
I am pleased to share some of our upcoming October opportunities. As always, you can stay up to date through the TCC website and Brightspace page. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
TCC Brown Bag Series
Exploring Dental Studies Program
- Presenter: Sherri Kurtz
- October 1, 2026
- Time: 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm
- Location: TCC Room 12-201
The Museum as a Metaphor: Supporting Learners of All Ages
- Presenter: Dimitra Ramos
- October 15, 2026
- Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Location: TCC Room 12-201 or Join via Zoom for Museum as a Metaphor
Ask a Librarian: AI, Research, and Student Learning
- Presenters: Afiya Farrell and Joe Zelazny
- October 28, 2026
- Time: 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
- Location: TCC Room 12-201 or Join via Zoom for Ask a Librarian
Adjunct Supper for Success Series
- Teaching Strategies: Using ZipGrade, Clickers, and Scantron
- Presenters: Lisa Flick and Robert Leopard (Biology)
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- Time: 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Monroe A
- RSVP for Teaching Strategies by October 6, 2026
TCC October Workshops
TCC: Researching Grants
- Presenters: Cynthia Flynn and Carolyn Hunt
- October 14, 2026
- 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Location: TCC Room (12-201) or Join via Zoom for Researching Grants
Supporting Students: Creating an Inclusive, Accessible & Supportive Classroom (Date Change to October 21, 2026)
- Presenters: Aubrey Zamiara and Jessica Morelli
- October 21, 2026
- 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
- Location: TCC Room 12-201 or Join via Zoom for Supporting Students
Open Classroom Week (October 12 through 23, 2026)
Interested in observing a colleague's class or welcoming visitors into your own classroom? Open Classroom Week is a wonderful opportunity to learn from one another, discover new teaching strategies, and connect with colleagues across the college.
Please RSVP for Open Classroom Week by October 7, 2026, if you plan to visit a classroom. Trust me, you'll have a lot of fun!
TCC Conversations: Save the Date for October 20, 2026
Join us for engaging conversations with colleagues as we explore this year's theme, Joy, Play, and Creativity. Additional information will be shared soon.
Sessions will be offered both via Zoom and in person in TCC Room 12-201.
Save the Date for Winter Teaching Institute (January 20, 2027)
Please save the date for the Teaching and Creativity Center's Winter Teaching Institute on Wednesday, January 20, 2027. The call for proposals is now open and submissions will be accepted through October 7, 2026. Please review the Daily Tribune announcement for proposal guidelines and submission information.
We hope to welcome you to one or more of our upcoming programs this month. Thank you for all you do to support our students and our campus community. As the semester continues, please remember to take care of yourselves and make time for moments of joy, rest, and connection.
Melis Kural
Teaching & Creativity Center
09/28/2026