Dr. Bruce Uhrmacher from the University of Denver and Dr. Christy McConnell from the University of Northern Colorado will present a special lecture, “Crafting Purposeful Teaching: Aesthetic and Ecological Perspectives,” on Tuesday from 5-6 p.m. in the Minot State University Student Center. The event is open to the public and is recommended for all educators.

“Both Bruce and Christy have profoundly influenced my own approach to teaching and learning,” said Dan Conn, Minot State associate professor and chair of the Department of Education and Inclusive Services. “As Christy’s graduate assistant and dissertation advisee, I learned invaluable lessons about the deep connections between aesthetics, ecological relationships, and learning environments. Bruce, who served as Christy’s dissertation chair, was, in turn, advised by the renowned Dr. Elliot Eisner of Stanford University. Together, their work has had a lasting impact on the field of curriculum studies, and it has been transformative for me and my students.”

Uhrmacher and McConnell are renowned in the field of curriculum studies.

“Our goal is to share ideas that help teachers create meaningful connections with their students. We very much look forward to engaging in thoughtful dialogue with the Minot community,” Uhrmacher and McConnell said in a joint statement.

Earlier in the day, Uhrmacher and McConnell will work with teachers from Minot Public Schools in two professional development sessions, scheduled from 8:30-10 a.m. and 2-3:30 p.m. at the Minot Area Workforce Academy. Interested teachers should contact their building principal to participate.