Research shows that empathy scores among U. S. college students have dropped significantly over time. Students find themselves disengaged and disconnected from their learning. Similarly, educators who are overworked and burned out often lose connection with the passion that brought them to teaching. and educational development. Intentionally integrating several key ingredients including Care, Appreciation, Kindness, and Empathy (CAKE) in our classrooms and work environments can foster true connection and wellbeing and can create an engaging, equitable, effective, and holistic environment. In this workshop, we will share some strategies from CAKE practices that come out of socio-emotional learning resources and mindfulness literature and practices, and that can be integrated into our personal, educational and workplace contexts.

Facilitators: Dr. Stefanie Baier, Dr. Hima Rawal, and Samara Chamoun

This event is in person only