What We're Working On

The Programming and Events team is responsible for coordinating educationally focused symposia, speakers series, fellowship programs, and learning communities. This team also will be responsible for the campus-wide promotion of LEAPS programming through communication within their schools.

SAVE THE DATE! 4th Annual LEAPS Symposium

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026

Where: SMC Campus Center

Program to Include

The Leaders in Education: Academy of Presidential Scholars invites submissions for poster presentations at our upcoming symposium. We are seeking contributions that showcase innovative research in teaching, learning, and education across the health and human services and legal professions. This is an excellent opportunity for educators, researchers, and scholars to share their work, exchange ideas, and contribute to the advancement of educational practices in these fields.

We welcome submissions that explore:

  • Pedagogical innovations
  • Assessment strategies
  • Curriculum development
  • Interprofessional and cross-disciplinary education
  • Faculty development
  • Student engagement and outcomes
  • Technology-enhanced learning
  • Strategies for improving inclusivity and equity

Submission information available soon!

Posters will be presented at the annual symposium on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Resources

  • Submission Information Coming Soon

Many thanks to the dedicated team members of the inaugural Programming and Events subcommittee!

  • Carol O’Neil, PhD, RN, CNE, School of Nursing (Co-Chair) 
  • Monica Schneider, DDS, School of Dentistry (Co-Chair) 
  • Amy Daniels, PhD, RN, CHSE-A, School of Nursing
  • Megan Ehret, PharmD, MS, BCPP, School of Pharmacy
  • Martha Ertman, JD, Carey School of Law   
  • Glenn Canares, DDS, MSD, School of Dentistry  
  • Nidhi Goel, MD, MHS, School of Medicine  
  • Bridgitte Gourley, DNP, FNP-BC, School of Nursing
  • Tamara Hicks, PhD, MSW, School of Social Work
  • Linda Horn, PT, DScPT, MHS, School of Medicine  
  • Isabell May, PhD, Graduate School 
  • Leah Sera, PharmD, MA, BCPS, School of Pharmacy

UPCOMING EVENTS

No events currently scheduled