I am particularly excited to share that Kristin, Farshad, Azure, and I have been diligently working on the in-person version of the General Biolog II OER Laboratory manual. We aim to create a standard manual and infuse it with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI). This approach ensures that our educational resources are accessible and inclusive to learners from diverse backgrounds and abilities. I am proud to announce that the first edition of our lab manual will soon be published on CUNY’s PressBooks platform, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to open education and inclusive pedagogy. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to…

I am thrilled to announce my role as the pioneer of open education liaison within the biology department. It’s an exciting journey, made even more delightful by the support and collaboration of our incredibly talented colleagues. Together, we are poised to embark on a groundbreaking initiative I am truly honored to participate in.