Professional Development Day

Build Belonging at Professional Development Day

Monday, Oct. 12, 2026

Join us for Professional Development Day, a dedicated opportunity to expand your skills, explore new ideas and network with colleagues across departments.

This event is free and open to all full-time employees. Faculty and staff are highly encouraged to participate as part of the college’s strong commitment to professional growth and development.

Session Schedule

This year’s Professional Development Day features an array of sessions that provide valuable insight into programs, resources and innovative practices available at the college and highlight ways to support student success. Topics include integrating AI into exam preparation and learning, student success and momentum, threat assessment, understanding high school programs at TTC, and IT services.

Location: Nursing and Science Building (Bldg. 970)

  • 8:30 – 8:55 a.m.
    • Early Morning Networking
    • Cabinet Greeting
  • 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.
    • From Conflict to Connection: What Hospitality Can Teach Us About De-escalation and Student Service - Speaker: Anna Nelson
    • From Stress to Success: Integrating AI Into High-Stakes Exam Prep - Speaker: Crystal Watts
  • 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.
    • Threat Assessment, Alerts, Referrals and Interventions - Speaker: Frank Morea
    • One Question Leads to Another: A Data Journey Into Student Momentum at TTC - Speakers: Liz Rennick, Samantha Richards
  • 11:00 – 11:50 a.m.
    • Dual Enrollment 101: An Introduction and Overview for Faculty and Staff - Speaker: Tanisha Seraphin
    • What if Every Student Had a Tutor? Using Packback as an AI-Assisted Learning Tool - Speaker: Andrew Bennett
  • Noon – 1:15 p.m.
    • Lunch Break
  • 1:30 – 2:20 p.m.
    • Strengthening Student Confidence: Practical Strategies for Academic Self-Efficacy  - Speaker: Ashley Newton
    • All Things IT at TTC  - Speakers: Portia Prioleau, Eric Zack
  • 2:30 – 3:20 p.m.
    • Learn and Earn With Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeships: CRYA Offers High Schoolers Life-Changing Opportunities - Speaker: Ellen Kaufman
    • From Post to Participation: Engaging Students Through Discussion Boards in the Age of AI  - Speakers: Belinda Merkelis, Carolina Acevado Parra

Plan Your Day

Choose the sessions that align with your role, interests and goals. Secure your spot and plan your sessions today!

Professional Development Day - Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 @ the Nursing and Science Building (Bldg. 970)