University of Findlay and Bluffton University Receive Joint Grant
University of Findlay and Bluffton University have received their first collaborative grant since announcing their proposed merger in March. The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) awarded the Improving Science Pedagogy Grant, funded by the W.M. Keck Foundation in the amount of $2,000 for their shared work.
The goal of the grant is to revitalize science education in the classroom while bringing together faculty from Bluffton University’s Department of Health Sciences, Natural Science, and Mathematics and the College of Sciences at University of Findlay.
“This grant represents what both institutions perceive as a beginning step to foster informal interactions among faculty members,” said Christine Denecker, Ph.D., associate vice president for learning and innovation.
The grant will allow faculty to gain insights into each other’s academic programs, departmental objectives, and the specific goals of individual courses. Through a collaborative effort, faculty members hope to create a supportive framework to exchange best practices in STEM teaching methods, case study approaches, laboratory exercises, and more.
“We anticipate that the successes of this project will set a precedent for other academic programs and colleges across both institutions,” said Hillary Hartman, University of Findlay grants manager. “The results could serve as preliminary data for subsequent external grant applications.”
Members from each university also plan to disseminate their experience through this project at national conferences, helping to educate and assist other higher-learning institutions as they navigate through changing times in education.
The two institutions announced a proposed merger in March, but the process of receiving required regulatory approvals is estimated to take 12-15 months or more.
To keep up to date with news related to the proposed merger, visit www.findlayblufftonfuture.com.
Post Views: 726
Latest Newsroom
- Indy 500 winner Sam Hornish Jr. to speak May 2 at ‘Fridays at Findlay’The fast lane of professional auto racing will take the driver’s seat for the May 2 “Fridays at Findlay” presentation at the University of Findlay. Sam Hornish Jr., Indy 500 winner and NASCAR driver, will speak on “Life Lessons from […] The post Indy 500 winner Sam Hornish Jr. to speak May 2 at ‘Fridays at Findlay’ appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
- Generous UF alumni and friends set new records on Day of Giving 2025University of Findlay alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students, and the local community came together on Day of Giving 2025 to support “the full Findlay experience” for a new generation of Oilers – and they also set several new records in […] The post Generous UF alumni and friends set new records on Day of Giving 2025 appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
- Mazza Museum Enhanced for Color BlindKiwanis Club Enhances Mazza Museum Experience for Color Blind Visitors The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum has expanded its accessibility accommodations with EnChroma glasses for color blind individuals, thanks to a generous gift from the Kiwanis Club of Findlay. The […] The post Mazza Museum Enhanced for Color Blind appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
- 20th Annual Spring Horse Sale at the University of FindlayThe University of Findlay’s equine marketing class will present the 20th Annual Spring Horse Sale on Saturday, April 26th at the Western Farm’s Dale Wilkinson Arena located at 14700 Ohio 68, south of Findlay. Riding demonstrations are set to begin […] The post 20th Annual Spring Horse Sale at the University of Findlay appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
- ‘Farmyard Fables’ at Mazza Museum for Funday Sunday on April 6Down-on-the-farm family fun will be featured April 6 during the “Funday Sunday” program at University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum. The event, which is free and open to the public, features the theme of “Farmyard Fables.” “I’m very excited for our […] The post ‘Farmyard Fables’ at Mazza Museum for Funday Sunday on April 6 appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
- University of Findlay Named Tree Campus for Ninth Year, Hosts April EventsThe Arbor Day Foundation has named the University of Findlay a higher education Tree Campus for the ninth consecutive year; the University will be honored at an Awards Ceremony on April 16. The University will then host a campus and […] The post University of Findlay Named Tree Campus for Ninth Year, Hosts April Events appeared first on Findlay Newsroom.
