This symposium brings together students and faculty from multiple disciplines using various innovative techniques and approaches to relational engagement that enhance student learning and outcomes.

This program is designed to inspire, connect, and deepen your teaching without requiring much outside work.

Following the conclusion of the symposium, participants may register for consultations with Tim Pedigo, Ph.D. and Amanda Evans that will provide an opportunity for in-depth discussion of relational teaching strategies.

If you are interested in registering for the symposium, Please RSVP at this Link.

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Schedule
2026
Wednesday, April 8th
8:30 AM

Relational Teaching from the View of Students

Amanda Evans, Governors State University
Timothy W. Pedigo Ph.D., Governors State University

panel

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM

9:30 AM

Relational Teaching: Why We Need It and What It Does?

David Sandrick, Governors State University

event

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

9:30 AM

Student Feedback in Relational Teaching

Laura Honegger, Governors State University

event

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

10:30 AM

Social & Emotional Learning and Relational Teaching

Lisa Jameyfield, Governors State University
Amy Wagner, Governors State University
Siobhan Dalrymple, Governors State University

event

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

10:30 AM

The Use of Relational Teaching in Biology Labs

Nicholas Marra, Governors State University

event

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

10:30 AM

Writing Across the Curriculum and Relational Teaching

Fatima Sattar, Governors State University
Alex Randak

event

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

11:00 AM

The Use of Relational Teaching in Physical Therapy Classes

Amy Bala, Governors State University

event

11:00 AM - 12:20 PM

11:30 AM

Attachment and Relational Teaching

Al Tuskenis, Governors State University
Timothy W. Pedigo Ph.D., Governors State University

event

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM

11:30 AM

Getting Students to Share

Fatima Sattar, Governors State University

event

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM

12:30 PM

Mindfulness and Relational Teaching

Uma Lyer
Dennis Emano
Timothy W. Pedigo Ph.D., Governors State University

event

12:30 PM - 1:20 PM

1:30 PM

Lunch & Afternoon Consultations

Governors State University

event

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM