Back to the Bay 2024

Back to the Bay 2024 Program 

[Please note: The program is subject to minor changes.]

Session 1: 9:00 - 9:50

Our Sustainability Minor and Sustainability Overlay Courses

Learn how our newly revised cross-disciplinary Sustainability Minor provides an engaging pathway through GE and a potential career path for students! Also included: Steps to create a Sustainability Overlay course for inclusion in the Minor! Current Sustainability Syllabi samples included. Presenter: Sharon Radcliff Room: CORE 341

Don't they know this already? Best practices for teaching information literacy

In this session, we will discuss when/where students typically learn information literacy, the information literacy skills students need to know, the information literacy challenges students face, and options for teaching and getting support for teaching information literacy. Presenter: Gr Keer Room: CORE 306/session to be recorded

Increasing Student Engagement Using CSUEB Resources

In this session, faculty will learn about the various 3rd party tools available to help promote active learning and student engagement in your online or hybrid course. The tools include GoReact, EdPuzzle, Canvas Collaborations, and media rich interactive learning objects produced by our Digital Media Learning Content Developer. Faculty will also be introduced to the various resources available including the CSUEB eLearning Ecosystem, library resources, learning commons, ITS resources, and more. Facilitators: eLearning Specialist, Digital Media Learning Content Developer, and System Administrator Room: CORE 301

Reimaging Career Education at CSUEB

Join us to learn more about the vision for the new Career Empowerment Center! We will introduce you to our digital career toolkit, summarize recent graduation outcomes data,  and explore other ways our team can support your career development initiatives. Presenters: Clark Boothby and Elizabeth Saucier Room: CORE 342

Next Steps for Disability Justice at CSUEB: Improving Accessibility, Dismantling Ableism

A student and faculty panel about working toward disability justice at CSUEB, including following up on the disability justice resolution by advocating for a disability cultural center at CSUEB which would serve disabled and neurodivergent students and employees.Presenters: Christina Chin-Newman, Dale Ireland, Rian Dindzans, Samantha Davison, McKenzie Jennings Room: CORE 338/Co-sync via Zoom Meeting ID: 684 811 2721

Session 2: 10:00 - 10:50

Embedded Peer Academic Support: SCAA Peer Leaders and STEM LAB Learning Assistants

This discussion of academic support programs will provide shared goals and distinct elements of the SCAA and the STEM LAB, including examples of how course-embedded peer leaders partner with faculty to impact student engagement and reduce equity gaps on campus. Presenters: Michele de Coteau, Rachel Brunson Room: CORE 342 

Preparing Students for AI-merica: How smart is artificial intelligence, and how are we smarter?

Quick introduction to the mechanics of AI and what it means for AI’s capabilities and limitations. Closer look at examples of what AI gets wrong and why. Skills students need, learning activities, how AI and jobs are likely to evolve. Presenter: Christian Roessler Room: CORE 301/session to be recorded

Unlocking the Power of Partnership: Faculty & Fundraisers Unite!

Learn essential fundraising principles and how to partner effectively with advancement. Gain the knowledge and tools for securing philanthropic resources that drive the university's mission and make a lasting impact on students and the campus. Presenter: Evelyn Buchanan  Room: CORE 338

Alert to Action: Evaluating Early Alerts with Pioneer Success Coaches

Explore how Pioneer Success Coaches utilize early alert cases and progress reports to tailor advising strategies, address complex student needs, and enhance academic empowerment through continuous assessment and strategic campus partnerships. Presenters: Ali Karayel, Lara Dungan, Cindy Salinas, Audrey Larson, Angela Byrns  Room: CORE 341

Policy Updates and Refreshers from the President's Office and Student Affairs

Come hear important updates from the Title IX/Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Prevention Office and an overview of the place, time, and manner policy from Student Affairs. CSUEB’s Faculty Athletics Representative will also share policies and procedures for student-athletes. Presenters: Suzanne Espinoza, JoLani Hironaka, Summer Jackson,Terri Lebeaux, Ellen Maloney Ruhe  Room: CORE 306

11:00 - 11:50 Keynote with City of Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas 

Mayor Mark Salinas is a proud Hayward native. He grew up in South Hayward in the Schafer Park neighborhood. After graduating from Hayward High, he attended Chabot College and transferred to San Francisco State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in La Raza Studies and a master’s degree in Educational Administration and Public Policy Studies. Mayor Salinas was elected in 2022 after serving three terms on the Hayward City Council and is the first Chicano/Latino mayor in Hayward’s 146-year history. A top priority for Mayor Salinas has been establishing Hayward as an Education City. Room: University Union MPRB/session to be recorded

12:00 - 12:50 Lunch in University Union MPRB

Session 4: 1:00 - 1:50

Generative AI and Education

Attendees will learn about recent pedagogical trends of generative artificial intelligence [AIs] and review resources collected by the Spring 2024 Faculty Learning Community. The session will include opportunities for discussion to share questions, comments, and concerns. Presenter: Jacob Miranda  Room: CORE 301

Doing Write by Our Students: Developing a Strong UWR Course Proposal

This interactive session includes an overview of the University Writing Requirement (UWR), best practices for writing-intensive classes, and steps for submitting a UWR proposal. Participants also review sample syllabi and assignments from recently approved UWR courses. Resources provided. Presenters: Katie Bramlett, Dale Ireland, Sarah Nielsen, Michael Rovasio, Michelle St. George, Maureen Scharberg, Sara Schupack   Room: CORE 338/Co-sync via Zoom Meeting ID: 806 431 6844 

Updates from CFA: Faculty Rights and Budget Advocacy

Welcome Back Faculty! Come hear updates on union issues happening on campus and beyond: your rights, your raises, budget advocacy, fighting back against austerity measures, and more! Come get your questions answered and meet your friendly union representatives. Presenter: Jennifer Eagan and CFA Representatives Room: CORE 341

Advising Unveiled I (double session)

Stellic: Powering the Path to Graduation

Discover how Stellic empowers students to take charge of their educational journeys with personalized digital tools to plan and monitor their degrees, while enabling advisors to foster deeper relationships through streamlined scheduling, proactive alerts for student success, and enhanced cross-departmental transparency. 

Presenter: Jennifer Aure

Student Advising Appointment Notes & Summaries 

Using teachable moments from the past, let's look at some of the best practices in how Faculty and Advisors can communicate to support our student advising needs. Presenter: Bill Irwin Room: CORE 342

UDL 101: The Basics of Creating a More Inclusive & Accessible Course

Participants will walk away with knowledge of how to quickly and easily build accessibility into their course content. (Part 1) What is UDL? Why does it matter? Who does it benefit? (Hint: it's not just about our disabled students.) (Part 2) Accessible and flexible document creation. (Part 3) Choosing/creating accessible content and mindful organization of course environment. Presenters: Casey Gielen, Rochelle Thompson        Room: CORE 306

Helping Students in Distress 

Now more than ever before, students are experiencing a high level of stress and anxiety and may be struggling to get their basic needs met. Any staff, faculty, or student may encounter a student who is in need of support. We want our entire community to feel equipped to look out for one another, provide empathetic connections, and to bridge students to support resources whenever needed. In this session, participants will learn strategies to engage students in distress, and will also learn how to refer students effectively to student support programs for basic needs, mental health, and sexual violence resources. Presenters: Shauna Olson Hong, Counseling Services; Jennifer Luna, Student Wellbeing; Michelle Luqueno Diaz, Campus Advocate Room: CORE Study Room 3-8

Session 5: 2:00 - 2:50

Faculty Insights into Student Learning

Surprisingly simple approaches multidisciplinary CSUEB faculty learned about helping all students demonstrate their best learning from conducting 10 years of institutional learning outcomes assessment. Providing meaningful highlights of faculty observations completing thousands of assessments at CSUEB, presenters will facilitate a dialogue around proven straightforward approaches that show what students’ know. Presenters: Julie Stein, Ana Almeida Room: CORE 306

From Tech to Textbooks to Tutoring: Student Success in the Library

Unlock everything your library offers to enhance student success! Learn how to help students leverage our reference resources, research databases, textbooks, technology for loan, and SCAA tutoring and academic coaching services. Presenters: Daisy Muralles, Rachel Brunson Room: CORE 341

Cracking the Case: Inside the Forensic Science Research Center - Interns, Mentors, & Research

The Forensic Science Research Center is pioneering excellence in forensic science education, research, and community engagement. Learn more about internships, hands-on training, mentorship, research, and collaboration opportunities. Presenter: Michelle Rippy Room: CORE 342

Advising Unveiled II (double session)

SEAS’ Approach to Student Success

Learn about student success approaches used in CSUEB’s Student Equity and Success (SEAS) programs including EOPS, EXCEL, GANAS, PIAA, Renaissance Scholars, and Sankofa. Presenters: Antonio Martinez, Will Diehl 

Signature Programs' Approach to Student Success 

Learn about student success approaches used in CSUEB’s signature programs including the Program for Accelerated College Education (PACE), Athletics, International Programs, and Veteran Student Services. Presenters: Steve Spencer, George Hanna, Sam Tran, Santos Carter Room: CORE 301

Student Panel: Experiences of Students with Disabilities

Please join us as students with disabilities share their experiences at Cal State East Bay. Presenters: Rochelle Thompson, Student Advisory Committee for Accessibility Services Room: CORE 338

SLIC Ways to Get Your Students Involved on Campus

Hear from the Student Leadership and Involvement Center SLIC (formerly Student Life) on how to encourage your students to get involved on campus. Discover how SLIC provides opportunities for student learning beyond the classroom through the coordination of a variety of programs including New Student Orientation, Transfer Student Programs, Parent and Supporter Programs, Recognized Student Organizations, and Leadership Initiatives. Presenters: Jul Custodio, Valerie Grace Amoin, and Stephanie Ann Lustina Room: CORE Study Room 3-8

Session 6 3:00 - 3:50

The Interdisciplinary Peer Observation Program (I-POP) - Connecting First-Year Classrooms, Supporting First-Year Students

Attendees will learn about the 2023-24 Interdisciplinary Peer Observation Program (i-POP). Wishing to build community and collaboration among teachers of first-year students, this pilot program brought together faculty teaching A2, B4, & GS courses to participate in formative classroom observations. Presenters: Julia Olkin, Michelle St. George Room: CORE 338/session to be recorded

Design or Improve your Online/Hybrid Course

In this session, faculty will receive strategies on how to effectively transform their face to face (F2F) course into an engaging online course. Faculty will also learn ways to improve their online/hybrid course.  Topics discussed will include; the Canvas Home page template, suggested syllabus language and AI tools, digital badges, the Ally accessibility tool, Course Match requirements, the F2F vs. Online Equivalency Comparison, and other alignment considerations within a course. Facilitators: eLearning Specialists Room: CORE 301

Unlocking Opportunities: Leveraging University Extension for Innovative Domestic and International Programs

Discover how partnering with Continuing Education Programs, International Student Services, and the Concord Center opens pathways to impactful programs aligned with market demand. Gain insights into funding, promotion, and program design to enhance student experiences and foster student success.Presenters: Balvinder Kumar, Dan Bellone, Kate White, Richard Talanon Moala Room: CORE 342

Advising Unveiled III: College-Based Approaches to Student Success

This session introduces the new college-based advising approach, with CBE, CEAS, CLASS, and CSCI advisors highlighting their undergraduate advising centers. Although each college is unique, there is a shared commitment to creating a campus culture where advisors and students harness their strengths. This collaborative advising model is designed to ensure each student thrives through enhanced learning environments, advising aligned with career goals, and promoting an inclusive, supportive community aimed at boosting retention and graduation rates. Presenters: Shabana Ali, Rebecca Sierra, Lucy Castillo, Angela Byrns, Jerome Narvaez, Joanna Cady-Aguilar Room: CORE 306

Ask Us Anything: Accessibility Services

Always wondered how students are approved for accommodations, or whether accommodations are requirements or recommendations? Then join us for this discussion. Accessibility Services will review our Faculty Resources page, followed by an open forum for folks to ask any questions they have about our office. Presenters: Rochelle Thompson, Pamela Baird Room: CORE 341