Dive into Discovery with Benerd College

Curious about our approach to education? Join us for our monthly virtual event series to explore the theories and methodologies that drive creativity and change. Led by our expert faculty, each session will highlight a new topic in educational reform to give you a glimpse into the Benerd College graduate classroom and ignite the Changemaker in you.

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Prioritizing self-care
Balance Behind the Business

Thursday, December 5th | 12-1 p.m.

Join Moriah Rene-Boswell and Antoinette Manuel for an open discussion about unique strategies for professionals and entrepreneurs who want to prioritize their self-care while hitting their business goals. Whether you struggle with saying "No",  feel you are always working even when you should be resting, struggle with balancing personal relationships and business responsibilities, or are battling imposter syndrome - this workshop is for you!

Students participate in yoga on the lawn
Students collaborate with AI in Pacific's makerspace 'The Cube'
Generative Artificial Intelligence
AI is A People Story, Not a Technology Story

Wednesday, January 22nd | 12-1 p.m.

Join speaker Geqigula Dlamini to demystify generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and showcase its potential as a powerful tool to enhance our everyday lives and work. Through engaging demonstrations and real-world examples, this session will encourage attendees to see GenAI as a collaborative partner, rather than a competitor, that can enhance their work, improve efficiency, and open new possibilities for innovation.

Identify the Changemaker in You
Characteristics & Roles of Changemakers

Wednesday, February 26th | 4-5 p.m.

What is a "changemaker" anyway? And what characteristics support changemaking? Everyone can facilitate change, regardless of the space in which you are situated. We can make a greater impact when we join together in our individual roles. Join EDLI Program Co-Lead and Professor Jennifer Geiger for some curious reflection, creativity, and conversation to identify the changemaker in YOU!

Graduate students collaborate in University of the Pacific's Benerd College
Students engaged in group work at Benerd College
Professional Learning Communities
Harnessing the Power of PLC's To Lead High Impact Teams

Monday, May 5th | 4-5 p.m.

Join speaker Jeremy Brooks to learn how to lead effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in any professional context — whether you work in education, business, a nonprofit, the public sector, or healthcare. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and actionable takeaways, you’ll gain practical strategies to foster collaboration, improve team performance and trust, drive continuous growth, and achieve long-lasting success.