Aloha,
We are pleased to share that applications for the EL3vate program’s 2025 cohort are now open, and we’d love for you to consider applying to join this year’s cohort!
Why Join the EL3vate Program?
EL3vate, which stands for Experiential Learning, Engineering Design, & Entrepreneurship in Education (via Accelerating Teaching Excellence), is a unique, year-long professional development initiative designed to help faculty incorporate experiential learning, entrepreneurial frameworks, and engineering design thinking into your course curricula. This innovative program will empower you to inspire students to solve real-world challenges as local and global citizens. By joining the 2025 cohort, you’ll gain access to:
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Collaborative opportunities with industry and community partners.
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Practical tools to integrate innovative teaching methods.
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A supportive network of forward-thinking educators and experts.
What to Expect
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Phase 1: Pre-EL3vate Expedition
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Orientation and optional support sessions to set you up for success.
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Phase 2: EL3vate Expedition (Monday-Fridays, July 21-Aug. 1, 2025)
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A synchronous, online two-week intensive PD course to design or redesign your course with experiential learning at its core.
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Phase 3: Trek to EL3vate Summit
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Monthly Growth Sessions with industry partners and guest speakers, culminating in a celebration of your achievements.
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Registration
If you’re interested, please visit the EL3vate Program website to apply. We encourage you to submit your application early to secure your spot. This opportunity may not be guaranteed beyond 2025. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this program!
Applications Timeline
- Applications Open: Thursday, Jan. 23 – Friday, March 28, 2025
- Applications Deadline: Friday, March 28, 2025
- Notification of Program Acceptances: Early April
Questions
If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to reach out to Katie Taladay (taladay@hawaii.edu).