Spring 2026 Professional Growth Initiatives at PTC – Upcoming Development Opportunities for Faculty and Staff
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PTC is excited to offer a new series of professional development sessions this spring, featuring topics such as effective advising, program spotlights, and strengthening the connection between our mission, operational plan, and assessment practices. With a variety of sessions designed to support every role on campus, there is truly something for everyone. We invite you to join us as we continue to grow together and advance our commitment to becoming a premier college.

  • To view full descriptions of each professional development session, including dates and times, and to register, please click the link below.
  • Link: https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/2026-innovate-integrate-inspire-together/
  • It is essential to attend the professional development session for which you registered.
  • Please be aware that seating is limited in some sessions. Be sure to review your calendar carefully before signing up to ensure your availability.
  • A link to the professional development session will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

Please note the date change for the Healthcare Advising Updates. If you have already registered you do not need to submit a new Wufoo registration form.

Spring 2026 Professional Development Series – Innovate, Integrate, Inspire! (New PD session added for spring 2026 in-service)
Spring 2026 Professional Development Series – Innovate, Integrate, Inspire! (New PD session added for spring 2026 in-service) avatar

The Spring 2026 Professional Development Series is designed to empower you with the skills, strategies, and inspiration needed to thrive in today’s dynamic educational environment. Guided by our theme Innovate, Integrate, Inspire: Advancing Together in 2026, this program emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and practical solutions that strengthen both individual performance and collective success across the college.

Through interactive sessions, you will:

  • Explore innovative approaches to teaching and student support.
  • Integrate new technologies and practices into your daily work.
  • Draw inspiration from shared learning experiences that advance our mission of becoming a premier institution.

Together, we will continue building a culture of excellence that supports both our students and our community.

We look forward to your participation and to the exciting opportunities this series will bring.

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PD Title: University Transfer Advantage

PD Description: Piedmont Technical College’s University Transfer Advantage equips students with a strategic pathway from their first semester through transfer to a four-year institution. With 40 structured transfer pathways, this initiative hopes to eliminate credit loss and ensure a seamless academic progression. Join us to learn more about these programs, the advising process to use for students interested in these transfer pathways, and more! 

Date: Tuesday January 13th, 2026

Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am ET

Location: Virtual via Teams

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  • To view full descriptions of each professional development session, including dates and times, and to register, please click the link below.

Link: https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/2026-innovate-integrate-inspire-together/

  • It is essential to attend the professional development session for which you registered.
  • Please be aware that seating is limited in some sessions. Be sure to review your calendar carefully before signing up to ensure your availability.
  • A link to the professional development session will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

Don’t miss the annual Thriving in Advising 2025 Virtual Professional Development Event!
Don’t miss the annual Thriving in Advising 2025 Virtual Professional Development Event! avatar

Theme: The Phoenix Journey: Reigniting Student Success.

Featured Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jennie Knecht

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 3:45 pm

This is the premier advising PD event of the year—mark your calendars!

Register today by clicking on the link below. Registration deadline is by Wednesday November 12th by 12:00 noon ET:

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/z1bhc09i0yjym5o

A link to the professional development event will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

Thriving in Advising 2025 Virtual Professional Development Event! The Phoenix Journey: Reigniting Student Success Featured Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jennie Knecht Date: Thursday November 13th, 2025
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Register today by clicking on the link below. Registration deadline is by Wednesday November 12th by 12:00 noon ET:

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/z1bhc09i0yjym5o

A link to the professional development event will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

New Fall 2025 PD Opportunities For Faculty and Staff
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We’re excited to continue launching new Fall 2025 professional development sessions—designed to help faculty and staff sharpen their skills, broaden their knowledge, and foster meaningful connections across campus. These sessions go beyond learning; they create space for collaboration, idea-sharing, and community building. Join us to exchange best practices, discover new perspectives, and grow alongside colleagues from every corner of the college.

Upcoming PD Session Topics:

  • Redesigning Academic Probation: Supporting Student Success at PTC
  • Getting Started with Turnitin
  • New Title II Digital Accessibility Requirements
  • Make Your Technology Work for You!

To view full descriptions of each professional development session, including dates and times, and to register, please click the link below.

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifdahu0y9zq2b

A link to the professional development event will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

Professional Development Opportunities – Faculty and Staff
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You’re invited to our Fall 2025 professional development sessions—an opportunity for faculty and staff to expand their skills, deepen their knowledge, and connect across campus. These sessions are more than just learning experiences; they’re a space to collaborate, exchange ideas, and build a stronger sense of community. Come share best practices, gain fresh insights, and grow together with colleagues from all departments and divisions.

Please click on the link below to register for the professional development sessions:

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifdahu0y9zq2b

A link to the professional development event will be sent within 2–3 days of the scheduled PD session.

PTC’s Pre-Fall 2025 PD Sessions: Faculty and Staff
PTC’s Pre-Fall 2025 PD Sessions: Faculty and Staff avatar

You’re Invited! Join us for the pre-fall 2025 professional development sessions—carefully crafted for PTC college faculty and staff. These engaging opportunities are designed to deepen professional expertise, broaden institutional knowledge, and elevate impact in the classroom and beyond.

Together, we’re building the foundation for a premier community college defined by vibrant learning communities, unwavering dedication to student success, and a shared vision for economic prosperity for all we serve.

Kindly note that the Mental Health professional development session is scheduled for Wednesday, August 13th at 1:45 PM—not Thursday, August 14th.

Please click on the link below to register for the professional development sessions:

https://ptcgwd.wufoo.com/forms/z7e7y2r18hlk04

A link to the PD event will appear on Outlook calendar within 2-3 days of the scheduled PD event.