Virtual PTI Event: Creating Community in Online Classes Oct. 28

Faculty and staff are invited to attend the Virtual PTI Event: Creating Community in Online Classes on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. via Google Meet. Join us for a virtual evening of collaborative exploration of community-building in online education. Sponsored by UNLV’s College of Education and co-facilitated by UNLV Teaching & Learning Commons (TLC) and UNLV Online, this virtual workshop equips instructors with practical strategies to enhance student engagement and foster a sense of belonging in web-based classes. Participants will leave with concrete techniques they can implement immediately to create a more connected and supportive online learning environment.

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