The Faculty Learning Communities (FLC) survey was emailed to all faculty at LU today. If you did not receive your email survey, contact CT+LE at 8426. We did have a number of you sign up to participate at the Blastoff session. In addition, a number of you have already returned your surveys. All of which indicates that this could be a very successful program launch. Remember that you have until August 28 to return your survey via email or to the CT+LE P.O. Box 10302. We will tally the votes and the top FLC will be presenting at an Expo planned for August 31. We are also currently recruiting facilitators and co-facilitators for all of the proposed FLC. Research proves that self-reflection on a sustained and consistent basis is the best way to grow and improve as a classroom teacher. Critical inquiry and reflective writing provide the best opportunities to think critically about what we do and why. LU is implementing a journaling program for AY 2011-12. If you are committed to growing as a teacher, you are encouraged to attend the Becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher seminar on September 9 at 1:00 p.m. in room 622 MJGL. RSVP now by calling x8426. Participants, each of whom will receive a free journal, will learn how journaling can keep you on track to realizing personal and professional growth. In addition, those who participated in the journaling session at the Blastoff should plan to attend the first discussion session set for September 2 at noon in the Dining Hall private dining room. Are you currently using Clickers as an active learning enhancement method? Have you thought about using Clickers but wanted to know more about them? There will be a discussion group meeting on September 1 at 2:00 p.m. in room 622 MJGL for anyone currently using Clickers or inquirers. Finally, don't forget that Dr. Linda Nilson will be visiting LU on September 27 and 28 to deliver three interactive sessions.