New Instructor Teaching Institute
The 2026 Institute will be announced soon
NITI is designed to welcome instructors to UCLA by helping them identify the TLC’s key resources and services as well as explore teaching frameworks to support all learners. Participants also have the opportunity to build professional relationships with fellow instructors while gaining an understanding of UCLA’s institutional culture and surrounding communities.
This year’s program is packed with engaging sessions tailored to enhance teaching effectiveness and overall wellbeing, including:
Instructor Panel Discussion
Hear from experienced UCLA educators on navigating this new role, including insights on UCLA’s institutional culture and balancing teaching with other responsibilities.
Resources Fair
Explore a variety of services from the TLC and campus partners to support personal teaching and professional growth, along with student wellbeing.
Social Hour
Form professional relationships in a relaxed setting with fellow new instructors representing schools and departments across campus.
Workshops
Engage in interactive pedagogical sessions on topics ranging from AI in the classroom to efficient grading tools to enhance teaching.
Opportunity Drawings
Participants will have opportunities to win gift certificates for campus and neighborhood goods and services, as well as teaching accessories and resources.
