Register now for the free, virtual Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference! October 7 and 8, 2026.
Registration is Open for the Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference
Registration Deadline Extended: NED Teaching and Learning Conference
The registration deadline for the NED Teaching and Learning Conference has been extended to September 8, 2026.
Designing in the New Content Experience: Fall Webinar Series
Join this three-part webinar series on designing your course in D2L Brightspace’s New Content Experience, which is being adopted systemwide. Register to learn more about the redesigned interface that focuses on simplicity, accessibility, and easier navigation for instructors and students.
Registration for the NED Teaching and Learning Conference Closes Soon
Registration for the NED Teaching and Learning Conference closes on September 1, 2026. Register now to reserve your spot, in-person or online.
2027 Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence: Nomination Guidelines Available
Nomination guidelines for the 2026-2027 Minnesota State Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence are available now. Those involved in the nomination process at your campus are welcome to register for upcoming information and Q&A sessions! Nominations are due November 1, 2026.
Join the Self-Inquiry and Inclusive Teaching Learning Community
Want to make your teaching more inclusive and effective? Join faculty from across Minnesota State this fall to explore how self-reflection can help create stronger learning experiences for all students.
Featured at the NED Teaching and Learning Conference
This year's NED Teaching and Learning Conference features engaging sessions, hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and opportunities to connect with colleagues across Minnesota State. From the keynote and student panel to the pre-conference workshop, tech labs, social events, and breakout sessions, there's plenty to explore both in-person and online. Learn more and register by September 1, 2026.
Save the Date: Minnesota State Accreditation and Assessment Conference
Save the date for the 8th Annual virtual Minnesota State Accreditation and Assessment Conference on December 2-3, 2026.
Strengthen Your Teaching with Learning Science
Join a NED partnership workshop offered through Quality Matters and/or the Online Learning Consortium this fall. Whether you're interested in connecting learning theories to your teaching strategies or applying insights from the neuro, cognitive, and learning sciences to course design, these workshops will help you make intentional decisions that support deeper student learning.
Creative Commons Certificate Course for Librarians and Educators
Minnesota State will support up to ten seats for the Creative Commons Certificate for librarians or educators for each of the upcoming ten-week sessions. The certificate is an in-depth course about Creative Commons licenses, open practices, and the ethos of the Commons.
AI Webinar Series Returns for the Fall: Human‑Centered AI in Education
The Human‑Centered AI in Education webinar series is designed to help educators use artificial intelligence thoughtfully in teaching and learning. The series focuses on practical, human‑centered approaches that balance innovation with care for student learning, choice, and equity.
Join an OER Learning Circle this Fall
Collaborate with Minnesota State faculty who are committed to saving students on the cost of textbooks and course resources. There are several project types to choose from like redesigning a course, creating ancillary materials, or authoring course resources. Learn more and apply by August 14.
Call for Proposals Deadline Extended for the Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference
Submit a session proposal for the 2026 Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference by Friday, July 31, 2026. The free conference will be held virtually on October 7 and 8.
View the Keynote and Schedule for the 2026 NED Conference
The keynote and full schedule for the NED Teaching and Learning Conference is now available. Learn more and register by September 1, 2026.
Fall 2026 NED Opportunities Now Available
The Minnesota State Network for Educational Development (NED) is pleased to announce the Fall 2026 series of short courses, workshops, and faculty learning communities on the NED Events Calendar. This year's theme is "Designing and Promoting Deep Learning Experiences in Changing Times." Learn more and plan ahead for your professional development.
Register for an Accessible Course Prep Workshop
Get your courses ready for fall in this half-day virtual workshop! Learn simple ways to make your materials more accessible. After a short presentation, you’ll have time to work on your own courses with expert support.
Attend the NED Conference 2026 Online
The online NED Teaching and Learning Conference experience offers a focused set of live sessions designed to help educators create more accessible, effective, and equitable learning environments.
Hear Directly from Students on Universal Access to Learning
What actually helps students learn, and what gets in the way? Hear it directly from students during a panel at the NED Teaching and Learning Conference this September.
Designing Inclusive Learning Environments: Add the Pre-Conference Workshop to your NED Conference Registration
Add the Pre-Conference Workshop "Designing Inclusive Learning Environments for Stronger Student Knowledge Building" to your in-person NED Conference registration! The workshop will be held September 23. Register now, space is limited!
Call for Proposals: 2026 Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference
Submit a session proposal for the 2026 Minnesota State Student Success and Planning Conference by Friday, July 10, 2026. The free conference will be held virtually on October 7 and 8.
ASA-IT Conference: Presentation Slides Available
2026 ASA-IT Conference presentations are now available in ASA Connect.
Information Sessions: 2027 Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence
Those involved in the Board of Trustees Award nomination process at your campus are welcome to register for upcoming information and Q&A sessions! 2027 BOT Award nominations are due November 1, 2026.
Designing in the New Content Experience: Summer Webinar Series
Join this three-part webinar series on designing your course in D2L Brightspace’s New Content Experience, which is being adopted systemwide. Register to learn more about the redesigned interface that focuses on simplicity, accessibility, and easier navigation for instructors and students.
New AI Webinar Series: Human‑Centered AI in Education
The Human‑Centered AI in Education webinar series is designed to help educators use artificial intelligence thoughtfully in teaching and learning. The series focuses on practical, human‑centered approaches that balance innovation with care for student learning, choice, and equity.
Preview the NED Teaching and Learning Conference Sessions
The NED Teaching and Learning Conference will be held September 24-25, 2026. Preview the in-person and online-only sessions and register today!
ASA-IT Conference: Last Day to Register!
Complete your conference registration today to secure your spot. The deadline for guaranteed lodging is May 11, 2026. View the keynote speakers, preview the schedule, and register now!
ASA-IT Conference: Preview the Schedule and Register!
Registration for the Minnesota State ASA-IT Conference closes soon. Preview the conference schedule, concurrent sessions, and register today!
Ask C-PLAN Webinar: Take Action on CPL Policy
Register for the next Ask C-PLAN Webinar: Take Action on CPL Policy on May 21. The webinar will be focused on improving Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) policy across Minnesota State.
Faculty Recognized at the 2026 Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence
The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities recognized faculty with Awards for Excellence at an awards ceremony on April 22.
ASA-IT Conference: Submit a Session Proposal
The Minnesota State ASA-IT Conference Committee is accepting session proposals through April 20, 2026. Share your knowledge, skills, and strategies to meet the needs of the fast-changing higher education environment.
