Fall 2026

What Is A Learning Circle?

Learning Circles are small communities of faculty and staff who meet on a regular basis during a single semester. Participation is voluntary, and faculty facilitators choose a particular book or set of articles on learning and teaching or professional development. Participants discuss the book during their sessions. There are five sessions. Participants must attend at least 3 sessions.  All participants receive a Certificate of Participation for their Faculty Portfolio. Books are provided to each participant. Many learning circles are on Teams, but some may be in-person. 

How Do I Get a Book?

Starting the first week of the semester, on January 5, 2026, books can be picked up from the bookcase in FL 212 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. We have a limited number of books. Only take a book if you can commit to attending most sessions; otherwise, the book must be returned. Joining late or picking up a book might result in not getting a copy.

How Do I Add the Meetings to My Calendar?

To join the Learning Circle on Teams, select the "Join Teams". Open Teams and go to the Teams section to find the Learning Circle Group. Open the group, choose a session, and select "View meeting details." In the top left, select "Add to calendar." Repeat for each session. 

For in-person learning circles, you will be sent an Outlook invite. 

Questions or Suggestions for Future Learning Circles?

Contact Trevor Morris at [email protected] with any questions or suggestions for future books.


 

Book Learning Circles

Click on the book images below for date, time, and registration! Click on the book title for the Amazon description.

how to disagree
 

How to Disagree Better

LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS

Lunch will be provided 

You will receive a signed copy of the book when you pick it up

In-Person on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, September 16, 12 - 1 pm, KB 407
  • Wednesday, October 7, 12 - 1 pm, TBA
  • Wednesday, October 28, 12 - 1 pm, TBA
  • Wednesday, November 18, 12 - 1 pm, TBA

Facilitated by Wioleta Fedeczko

Register Here

You'll be sent a calendar invite in early September. 

 

 

The Science of Learning Meets AI
 

The Science of Learning Meets AI

Livestream on Teams

Tuesday @ 1:00 pm on the following dates: 9/15, 9/29, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17

Facilitated by Trevor Morris and Ursula Sorensen

Join Teams

Once added to the Team, do this to add the meetings to your Outlook calendar: 

  1. Open Teams and go to Teams 
  2. Select the Learning Circle
  3. Go to the meeting and select "More Options", the three dots on the right of the meeting, and then "View meeting details."
  4. Then, in the top left, select "Add to calendar".
Ludic Pedagogy
 

Ludic Pedagogy: A Seriously Fun Way to Teach

Wednesday @ 1 pm - 2 pm on the following dates: 9/16, 9/30, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18

Livestream on Teams

Facilitated by Rachel Arocho

Join Teams

Once added to the Team, do this to add the meetings to your Outlook calendar: 

  1. Open Teams and go to Teams 
  2. Select the Learning Circle
  3. Go to the meeting and select "More Options", the three dots on the right of the meeting, and then "View meeting details."
  4. Then, in the top left, select "Add to calendar".
Career Ecosystem
 

The Career Ecosystem Era in Higher Education

Thursdays @ 2 - 2:50 pm on the following dates: 9/17, 10/1, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19

Livestream on Teams

Facilitated by Michael Snapp

Join Teams

Once added to the Team, do this to add the meetings to your Outlook calendar: 

  1. Open Teams and go to Teams 
  2. Select the Learning Circle
  3. Go to the meeting and select "More Options", the three dots on the right of the meeting, and then "View meeting details."
  4. Then, in the top left, select "Add to calendar".
 
 
 

Research Learning Circles

From Draft to Done: Research Support Groups

 Foundations of Research Learning Circle

 

 

Wednesday @ 2 pm - 3 pm on the following dates: 9/16, 9/30, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18

Research is more fun with a group to support you. This research group is designed for those just starting a research project that could use some help navigating the UVU research processes. This group is for those who are moving from more applied research to academic research, those trying a new methodology, or those looking to brush up on research skills and knowledge. This group will be an opportunity to set goals, have people to exchange work with for edits, and discover more about methodological best practices. This is a wonderful group for someone wanting to start a research project but is not sure where to begin. 

Facilitated by Maria Blevins

Join Teams Group

 

 

Works in Progress Learning Circle

 

 

Wednesday @ 3 pm - 4 pm on the following dates: 9/16, 9/30, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18

Are you in the middle of a research project but looking for motivation and accountability? Then this is the group for you!  This group is designed for individuals who would like to have people to check in with, talk about research challenges, set goals, swap drafts (if you want), and write together (virtually).   This is a chance for you to form a support group of people across campus to cheer you on in your research. This group will also be able to point you in the direction of resources across campus that can help support your work. 

Facilitated by Maria Blevins

Join Teams Group