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LC: Empathy and Vulnerability in the Classroom (2/10, 17, 24, & 3/3)

by Poorvu Center: Graduate and Postdoctoral Teaching Development

Training/Workshop Academic Graduate Students Postdocs Teaching Preparation Workshop

Tue, Feb 10, 2026

5 PM – 6:30 PM EST (GMT-5)

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How can we manage tense moments when facilitating discussions in the classroom? How can we show up for our students emotionally when discussing intellectually challenging topics? In this learning community, we will explore how we as instructors can center empathy and vulnerability in the classroom. We invite instructors from all disciplines to explore these topics through reading and discussing a series of articles and/or book chapters on pedagogical practice. Participants will discuss student and instructor identities in the classroom and develop strategies for leading meaningful conversations about difficult topics.

Sessions will be held in-person from 5:00-6:30pm on 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, and 03/03/2026. For more information, please contact Lillian Behm (lillian.behm@yale.edu) or Swathi Nachiar Manivannan (swathinachiar.manivannan@yale.edu).
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Swathi Nachiar Manivannan

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