Description:

Honor national First-Generation College Celebration on November 8th with a Sparkshop to support first-generation college student success. Efficient and engaging, Sparkshops are 20-minute presentations meant to spark curiosity around topics relevant to contemporary teaching contexts. The 2023-24 Series: Getting to Know Our Students focuses on advancing instructor understanding of rising demographic groups in the Northwestern student body, outlining evidence-based practices to harness common assets and overcome common obstacles so all students can thrive at Northwestern.

Kicking off our Sparkshop series, Supporting First-Generation College Student Success provides instructors with insight and pedagogical tools for the classroom. For instructors who would like to deepen their engagement, each Sparkshop comes with a comprehensive Learning & Teaching Guide to enhance instructor knowledge of effective techniques as well as an invitation for a one-on-one consultation with Searle Center staff.