Linking Expertise, Cultivating Community

This all-day, in-person summit will shine a light on different dimensions of learning and training through existing programs and practices at Boston University. From best practices across the training cycle to emerging technologies, from skill-building experiences to implementing DEIB in learning spaces.

Throughout the day, you will have intentional opportunities to build your network in meaningful ways. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional or indirectly connected to learning and training, we invite you to join us for a day filled with learning. It is our hope that engaging in this learning will positively influence our work and impact, while transforming an aspect of ourselves.

Whether you are completely new to the Learning & Training CoP or a dedicated member, we invite you to join us for this day filled with learning, connections, and community.

Summit objectives

  • Examine the different dimensions within learning and development through showcasing examples, experiences, and expertise across Boston University.
  • Identify and discover new strategies, best practices, as well as tools and solutions in the learning and development field.
  • Build relationships while cultivating community through formal and informal networking opportunities and shared community service.

Opening keynote 

“Evolving Our Talent Strategies to Meet Our Communities’ Changing Talent Needs” featuring Mumtaz Badshah Brown, Assistant VP of Talent Development, and Maureen Mondesir, Assistant VP, Talent Recruiting Services. 

High-level agenda

Time  Topic 
8:45 – 9:15 AM  Breakfast and networking 
9:15 – 9:30 AM   Welcome 
9:30 – 10:30 AM  Opening keynote: Evolving Our Talent Strategies to Meet Our Communities’ Changing Talent Needs 

  • Emily Howard, Director of Leadership & Career Development, Athletics 
10:35 – 11:35 AM  Breakout sessions 1 

Synchronous to Asynchronous: A Facilitated Interview on the BU Diversity & Inclusion’s Faculty Search Training (Room 211) 

  • Annabelle Estera, Assistant Director of Training & Works, Diversity & Inclusion 
  • Brooke Gately, Instructional Designers/Online Learning Specialist, OD&L 

Using Generative AI to Create Engaging & Immersive Learning Experiences (Room 211) 
11:45 – 12:45 PM  Breakout sessions 2 

Introduction to the BU Animal Science Center (ASC) Training Program eCommunity (Room 205) 

  • Yulianela Diaz Perez, Training Coordinator, ASC 

Embedding Applied DEIBA into Designing & Delivering Experiential Trainings (Room 211) 

  • Joy Chen, Sr. Manager of Leadership Development, OD&L 
12:45 – 1:30 PM  Lunch and networking 
1:30 – 2:30 PM  Breakout sessions 3 

Creating a Culture of Learning at BU Athletics (Room 211) 

  • Emily Howard, Director of Leadership & Career Development, Athletics 

Beyond Smile Sheets: Unpacking Opportunities in Training Assessment and Evaluation  

  • Joy Chen, Sr Manager of Leadership Development, OD&L 
2:40 – 3:00 PM  Closing session 
3:00 – 5:00 PM  Cultivating community through service 

Breakout session topics 

  • Beyond Smile Sheets: Unpacking Possibilities in Training Assessment and Evaluation 
  • Creating a Culture of Learning at BU Athletics 
  • Embedding Applied DEIBA into Designing & Delivering Experiential Trainings 
  • Introduction to the BU Animal Science Center Training Program eCommunity 
  • Transitioning from Synchronous to Asynchronous Online Training: A Facilitated Interview on the BU Diversity & Inclusion’s Faculty Search Training 
  • Using Generative AI to Create Engaging & Immersive Learning Experiences 


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