Continuing Education Events

Ms. Sallie Berndt hosts a virtual session all about secondary literacy and will focus on practical strategies and ideas that educators can immediately implement. During this session, participants will learn to identify and address the diverse literacy needs of secondary learners, in both content-specific and general literacy skills. Key areas of focus would include explicit instruction in vocabulary development, strategies for improving reading comprehension of complex texts, and techniques for fostering effective writing across disciplines. The session will also emphasize the importance of creating a literacy-rich classroom environment, including incorporating digital tools and promoting student engagement through active learning and collaborative activities. Participants will ideally leave the session with concrete examples, adaptable resources, and a renewed understanding of how to empower all students in the secondary literacy classroom.
Sallie Berndt has spent her entire professional career of over 19 years in middle schools, working with students and staff. Starting as an English Language Arts teacher, a reading interventionist, Reading Specialist, Instructional Coach, and now EMLSS (Equitable Multi Levels Systems of Support) Coordinator, it's safe to say that Sallie has a passion for secondary literacy! Through working with students and educators in several settings over the years, Sallie has a larger systems-approach to literacy and learning, and loves to inspire future and current educators.

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The 2025 Nonprofit Leadership Conference is designed for nonprofit professionals who are ready to embrace change, think creatively, and drive meaningful results. In a rapidly evolving world, nonprofits must go beyond traditional approaches to achieve their missions. This dynamic conference brings together thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore the latest tools, technologies, and strategies that you can put to work in your own organization.

Whether you’re part of a small grassroots organization or a large established nonprofit, the bi-annual Nonprofit Leadership Conference offers practical tools, fresh insights, and meaningful connections to help you lead with impact. Join a diverse community of nonprofit professionals to explore solutions, share ideas, and strengthen your organization’s mission.

Choose from 2 virtual session options:
Session 1: Tuesday, December 9: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Session 2: Wednesday, December 10: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Location: Virtual Presentation

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About the Project

In today’s digital era, HR professionals are no longer just administrators—they are strategic business partners driving innovation and organizational success. This Community-Based Learning (CBL) Project engages undergraduate HRM students in exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming human resource management and shaping the future of work.

This symposium represents the culmination of a semester-long project. Through research, interviews with HR professionals, and applied analysis, students examine how AI is reshaping core HR practices, from recruitment and selection to training, performance management, and compensation, and develop strategic recommendations for organizations seeking to stay competitive in the digital age.