CAFE Course Schedule by Semester
Fall 2023
TNDY 430.1 – Transdisciplinary Changemakers. Justice-Centered Frameworks for Education (4 units)
Shamini Dias, PhD
Thursdays, 4:00 pm to 6:50 pm, Online Synchronous
TNDY 430.2 – Transdisciplinary Changemakers. Justice-Centered Frameworks for Education (4 units)
Tamar Salibian, PhD
Mondays, 4:00 pm to 6:50 pm, Online Synchronous
PFF 531.1 – Teaching Practicum and Portfolio (0 units)
Shelby D. Lamar
Tuesdays, 4:00 pm to 6:50 pm, Online Synchronous
Spring 2024
TNDY 430 – Transdisciplinary Changemakers. Justice-Centered Frameworks for Education (4 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in College Teaching Certificate
Tamar Salibian, PhD
Mondays, 4-6:50pm, Online Synchronous
CAFE 530 – Inclusive Excellence: Pathways to the College Teaching Certificate (2 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in College Teaching Certificate
Tamar Salibian, PhD
Wednesdays, 5-6:50pm, Online Synchronous
TNDY 440 Professional Practice for Inclusive Excellence* (4 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in Professional Practice Certificate
M. Gloria González-Morales, PhD
Thursdays, 4-6:50pm, Online Synchronous
CAFE 410 (2 units) Teaching with AI in Higher Education
Does not count toward any CAFE certificate
M. Gloria González-Morales, PhD & Shelby D. Lamar
Four Fridays at 11-11:50 pm on Feb. 2, March 1, April 5, May 3
The course has eight asynchronous modules and four synchronous online class meetings. It covers topics including introductory concepts and terms, academic integrity, course and assignment design, ethics, and legal issues, the use of AI tools to enhance student learning, partnering with students on these important topics, developing or refining teaching philosophy statements, and leading conversations in departments and academic programs on topics related to artificial intelligence. Engagement with this course will empower you to stay abreast of developments in AI and its potential impact on their courses. The activities in the course encourage you to explore AI, play with AI tools, and articulate your thoughts on the implications of your teaching. In addition to learning about AI, you will have the opportunity to experiment with AI tools and redesign assignments to incorporate AI into your teaching. You can also engage in online discussions within the course, allowing you to refine your use of AI tools and techniques.
Summer 2024
TNDY 430 – Transdisciplinary Changemakers. Justice-Centered Frameworks for Education (4 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in College Teaching Certificate
M. Gloria González-Morales, PhD
Module 1, Days and Times TBD, Format TBD
CAFE 530 – Inclusive Excellence: Pathways to the College Teaching Certificate (2 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in College Teaching Certificate
Tamar Salibian, PhD
Module 2, Mondays 4-6:50pm, Online Synchronous
CAFE 540 – Professional Practice Pathways (2 units)
Counts toward the Inclusive Excellence in Professional Practice Certificate
M. Gloria González-Morales, PhD
Days, Times, and Format TBD
How to Register
For details on registering for CGU classes see the Registrar’s instruction page.
Courses are listed under Cntr for Acad & Faculty Excell (CAFE) or Transdisciplinary Course (TNDY) in the course schedule.
Frequently asked questions about the certificates and courses.
If you have questions that are not answered here, email us at CAFE@cgu.edu.
How do current students register for a course?
You should register for our courses the same way you register for other courses. The Registrar’s website has instructions for how to register through your PeopleSoft account.
How do alumni register for the courses?
See the Registrar’s alumni enrollment page and contact the Registrar’s office at Student.Records@cgu.edu with enrollment questions.
Can I take both courses required for a certificate in one semester?
No. The certificate courses build on each other so you need to take the courses in different semesters or modules. You will need information and skills from the first class before you will be able to complete the second one.
Can I audit one or both of the classes to get the certificate?
No. The certificate courses must be taken for credit to earn the certificates.
What grade do I need to earn on the classes to get the certificate?
You must earn at least a 3.0 (B) on each course to earn the certificates.
How long are the certificate courses?
Our courses usually run the entire semester in spring and fall. In the summer we sometimes offer module 1, module 2, intensive, or full semester courses.
When will the class schedule be posted?
The official class schedule is put out by the Registrar’s office toward the end of each semester. Courses are listed under Cntr for Acad & Faculty Excell (CAFE) or Transdisciplinary Course (TNDY) in the course schedule.
What forms do I need to complete for a certificate?
Two forms will be needed over the course of a CAFE certificate. During the first course you take you will need to fill out a “Degree Change Form” to notify the Registrar’s Office that you want the certificate added to your list of degrees. During the second course you will need to complete an “Intent to Receive a Degree” form to notify the Registrar’s Office you plan to complete your degree that semester. The forms can be found on the Registrar’s website. Both of these forms must be filled out by the deadlines set by the Registrar’s office each semester or your certificate conferral will be delayed. Students are responsible for ensuring all forms are submitted on time.