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SI-PASS supervisor online meeting ("fika") - Monday 23 March at 13.30 WEST / 14.30 CEST

by Joakim Malm

Dear all, On Monday 23rd of March 13.30 WEST / 14.30 CEST (1 hour meeting), we will have our second SI-PASS Supervisor "fika" (meeting) this spring semester. Suggested theme: We will continue our discussion on creating an optional standard survey for participants and SI-PASS Leaders. We will also form a workgroup on evaluation to see if we can find some common standards for the community. If you are interested to join, write to si-pass(a)stu.lu.se<mailto:si-pass@stu.lu.se>. Best wishes, Will, Linda, Christina, Marcia and Joakim European Centre for SI-PASS Joakim Malm Associate Professor, certified trainer in Supplemental Instruction Lund University, Faculty of Engineering / European Centre for SI-PASS Box 118, SE 221 00 Lund, Visiting address: Ole Römers väg 3 Telephone: +46 46 222 75 71, e-mail: Joakim.Malm(a)lth.lu.se<mailto:Joakim.Malm@lth.lu.se> [Lund_university_L_RGB]

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2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support: Deadline for registration extended

by Linda Wennborg

Dear colleagues, Apologies for cross-posting. We had an overwhelming response to our call for contributions for the 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support <https://url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-000000002IW-2Fks&d=4%7Cmail%2…> , and we are looking forward to an exciting programme of sessions. We have decided to extend the deadline for registration to give people a chance to sign up once they have seen what some of the highlights of the programme will be. Registration<https://url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-000000002IW-2Fks&d=4%7Cmail%2…> will now be open until 5pm on Friday, 27th March, 2026. The 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh Friday, 22nd May 2026 The 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support <https://url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-000000002IW-2Fks&d=4%7Cmail%2…> is a free to attend in-person event where you can explore various peer learning and support initiatives in higher education and connect with students and colleagues who share a passion for this area of work. Each year, the Forum welcomes delegates from across the UK, Europe, and beyond. The main Forum will be held on Friday, 22nd May with an option to join an additional afternoon workshop on Thursday, 21st May. The forum will offer informative sessions, with themes covering, but not limited to: * Technology * Terminology (is 'peer' limiting?) * Evaluation * Budgets & making PAL/SI-PASS/other peer learning and support programmes work on a low budget (value for money) * Inclusivity in sessions * Novel approaches to peer learning and support Please visit our website<https://url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-000000002IW-2Fks&d=4%7Cmail%2…> page for details and updates, and should you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch at PALS(a)qmu.ac.uk<mailto:PALS@qmu.ac.uk>. Best, Lisa Vettese Cruden, Catherine McConnell, and Linda Wennborg (Forum organising group)

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Early Bird registration for International SI conference ends soon!

by STU - SI-PASS

Hello everyone, Early Bird registration for this year's ICSI conference ends on January 31! Be sure to register by then to lock in the lowest price for your registration. If you need a refresher on the dates and prices for each registration period you can find them below, with more details on our 2026 Conference Information<https://info.umkc.edu/si/2026-conference-information/> page. Early Bird Registration (ends January 31) Professional: $600 SI Leader: $350 Regular Registration (Feb 1 - May 3) Professional: $700 SI Leader: $450 Late Registration (May 4 - May 25) Professional: $750 SI Leader: $500 We look forward to seeing you at the conference! Sincerely, The International Center for Supplemental Instruction [cid:image001.png@01DC8AF4.FE91E5E0] To search past discussions on SI-Net, visit the SI-Net archive<https://listserv.umkc.edu/scripts/wa.exe?A0=SINET>. Visit our SI-Net Information<https://info.umkc.edu/si/si-net/> page for instructions about accessing past discussion archives and managing your subscription. To subscribe or unsubscribe from this mailing list, please visit the SI-Net Subscription Management<http://listserv.umkc.edu/scripts/wa.exe?SUBED1=SINET&A=1> page or send an email message to the address listserv(a)listserv.umkc.edu<mailto:listserv@listserv.umkc.edu>, with the text SIGNOFF SINET in the body of the message. You are subscribed to the SINET list as linda.dahlberg(a)STU.LU.SE<mailto:linda.dahlberg@STU.LU.SE>. Problems or questions should be directed to icsi(a)umkc.edu<mailto:icsi@umkc.edu>.

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Reminder: 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning & Support: online workshop to support proposal submissions

by Linda Wennborg

Dear colleagues, Apologies for cross-posting. We are sending a reminder of the 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> as Call for Proposals closes 5pm on 16th February 2026, and this month we are offering a free webinar to support any students who would like to submit a proposal to present, and any staff who are thinking about submitting a proposal for the first time. At this webinar, you will be given the opportunity to explore how the work you do in the field of peer learning and support can translate into a meaningful conference session, linked to the conference themes. Queen Margaret University prides itself on student partnership, and we are keen to encourage student representation at the Forum. While this webinar is open to all prospective presenters, if you have a student you feel would be interested in presenting, please guide them towards this support opportunity. In the true ethos of peer support, part of the session will be split, with students being giving an opportunity to work with other students who have previously presented at the Forum, while staff will continue discussions separately. Webinar to support new presenters Online via MS Teams Monday, 26th January 2026 2pm (UK time) If you are interested in attending the webinar, please complete this form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…>. Call for Contributions If you would like to submit a proposal<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> for the 2026 Forum for a presentation, creative workshop, lightning talk, or round-table discussion, please complete this Call for Contributions form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…>. The forum aims to offer informative sessions, with themes covering, but not limited to: * Technology * Terminology (is 'peer' limiting?) * Evaluation * Budgets & making Pal/SI-PASS/other peer learning and support programmes work on a low budget (value for money) * Inclusivity in sessions * Novel approaches to peer learning and support Here is a reminder of the details of the Forum - a free to attend in-person event where you can explore various peer learning and support initiatives in higher education and connect with colleagues who share a passion for this area of work. The 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh Friday, 22nd May 2026 Registration is now open<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> and closes on 5pm on Friday, 27th February 2026. The main Forum will be held on Friday, 22nd May with an option to join an additional afternoon workshop on Thursday, 21st May. Forum: Thursday afternoon workshop When you register for the Forum, you will also be given the option to note interest in attending our optional Thursday afternoon workshop: Facilitated by Dr Nevan Bermingham, co-editor of the Journal of Peer Learning, this session will focus on qualitative research options and guide you from an initial idea toward a realistic project plan. Through instruction and guided hands-on tasks, we'll aim to simplify the research process by offering a few logical methodology pathways, highlight how to achieve publication, and demystify how academic journals like the Journal of Peer Learning work. The boot-camp approach will help you avoid potential pitfalls as you take your first steps toward research publication. Please visit our website<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> for details and updates, and should you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh in May 2026. Best wishes, Lisa Vettese Cruden, Catherine McConnell and Linda Wennborg Forum Organising Group

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The 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning & Support

by Linda Wennborg

Dear SI-PASS/PAL Supervisors, Apologies for cross-posting. We are sending a pre-holiday reminder of the 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> - a free to attend in-person event where you can explore various peer learning and support initiatives in higher education and connect with colleagues who share a passion for this area of work. The 2026 International Forum for Peer Learning and Support Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh Friday, 22nd May 2026 Registration is now open<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> and closes at 5pm on Friday, 27th February 2026. The main Forum will be held on Friday, 22nd May with an option to join an additional afternoon workshop on Thursday, 21st May. Call for Contributions If you would like to submit a proposal<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> for the 2026 Forum for a presentation, creative workshop, lightning talk, or round-table discussion, please complete this Call for Contributions form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…>. The forum aims to offer informative sessions, with themes covering, but not limited to: * Technology * Terminology (is 'peer' limiting?) * Evaluation * Budgets & making Pal/SI-PASS/other peer learning and support programmes work on a low budget (value for money) * Inclusivity in sessions * Novel approaches to peer learning and support We welcome proposals from staff working in peer learning but also from students involved in peer learning programmes. Call for Proposals closes 5pm on 16th February 2026. Webinar to support new presenters This year, we are offering a webinar in January 2026 to support any students who would like to submit a proposal to present, and any staff who are thinking about submitting a proposal for the first time. At this webinar, the Forum organisers will provide advice and guidance on how to develop a proposal idea and structure the proposal for submission. In the true ethos of peer support, part of the session will be split, with students being giving an opportunity to work with other students who have previously presented at the Forum, while staff will continue discussions separately. Webinar to support new presenters Online via MS Teams Monday, 26th January 2026 2pm (UK time) If you are interested in attending the webinar, please complete this form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…>. Forum: Thursday afternoon workshop When you register for the Forum, you will also be given the option to note interest in attending our optional Thursday afternoon workshop: Facilitated by Dr Nevan Bermingham, co-editor of the Journal of Peer Learning, this session will focus on qualitative research options and guide you from an initial idea toward a realistic project plan. Through instruction and guided hands-on tasks, we'll aim to simplify the research process by offering a few logical methodology pathways, highlight how to achieve publication, and demystify how academic journals like the Journal of Peer Learning work. The boot-camp approach will help you avoid potential pitfalls as you take your first steps toward research publication. Please visit our website<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/url41.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1vAm1c-00…> for details and updates, and should you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh in May 2026. Best wishes, Lisa Vettese Cruden, Catherine McConnell and Linda Wennborg Forum Organising Group

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SI-PASS supervisor "fika" (meeting) on Tuesday next week

by Joakim Malm

Dear all, Next week we will have our second SI-PASS Supervisor "fika" (meeting) this autumn. Suggested theme: Success stories and challenges with our SI-PASS programmes this autumn. * Tuesday 25th of November 2025, 1:30-2:30 pm UK time / 2:30-3:30 CET . More information + link found here<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/calendar/online-supervisor-fika-25-november-2025>. Upcoming SI-PASS Supervisor trainings (given in English). For more information please visit our web-site: www.si-pass.lu.se<http://www.si-pass.lu.se> * Supervisor training online 9-10th & 12-13th of February 2026. Registration open<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/form/si-pass-supervisor-training-online-february-…> Get to know SI-PASS "Get to Know SI-PASS" sessions are designed for those interested in understanding the SI-PASS programme. More information is given here<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/staff-and-supervisor/get-know-si-pass>. "Get to Know SI-PASS" sessions during autumn 2025: * 20th of November, 12.30-1.15 pm UK time / 1.30-2.15 CET * 15th of December, 12-12.45 pm UK time / 1-1.45 CET Best wishes, Will, Linda, Christina, Marcia and Joakim European Centre for SI-PASS Joakim Malm Associate Professor, certified trainer in Supplemental Instruction Lund University, Faculty of Engineering European Centre for SI-PASS Box 118, SE 221 00 Lund, Visiting address: Ole Römers väg 3 Telephone: +46 46 222 75 71, e-mail: Joakim.Malm(a)lth.lu.se<mailto:Joakim.Malm@lth.lu.se> [Lund_university_L_RGB]

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SI-PASS/PAL student leader session on 3rd December

by Linda Wennborg

Dear SI-PASS/PAL Supervisors, We would like to remind you and your SI-PASS/PAL Leaders of this semester’s last free online sessions for SI-PASS/PAL student leaders in Europe, hosted by the European Centre for SI-PASS. Please forward this information to your SI-PASS/PAL Leaders. Upcoming online session for SI-PASS/PAL Student Leaders: 📅3rd DECEMBER, 12-1PM WET/1-2PM CET/2-3PM EET THEME: Using your intelligence: SI-PASS and AI FACILITATOR: Anna Lown, SI-PASS Supervisor at Edinburgh University Students’ Association Zoom-link:https://lu-se.zoom.us/j/67267104854 The goal of the session is to create a community for SI-PASS/PAL leaders to share ideas and experiences, as well as to provide an opportunity for continuing professional development. 🔗Remember to join our LinkedIn group For a unique chance to network with Leaders from across Europe, join our LinkedIn group by searching “SI-PASS/PAL Leaders in Europe” on LinkedIn Best wishes, Isabella Fairclough, William Carey & Linda Wennborg European Centre for SI-PASS learn more<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/about-si-pass> [cid:image001.png@01DC5AEE.36A96660] [cid:image002.jpg@01DC5AEE.36A96660]

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Coming SI-PASS supervisor trainings

by Linda Wennborg

Dear SI-PASS community, We would like to inform you of our upcoming SI-PASS Supervisor trainings. Please forward this information to colleagues who are new to the SI-PASS/PAL program and who have not yet participated in a supervisor training. UPCOMING SI-PASS SUPERVISOR TRAININGS 📅9-11th of December, 2025 📍University of Minho, Portugal 🔔Register until 18th of November. Click here to read more and register for the training<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/form/si-pass-supervisor-training-december-2025-un…>. 📅9-10th & 12-13th of February, 2026 📍Online, in Zoom 🔔Register until 19th of January. Click here to read more and register for the training.<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/form/si-pass-supervisor-training-online-february-…> The supervisor training covers: * an overview of what SI-PASS is * how SI-PASS works * practical guidance on implementing SI-PASS in higher education institution, including budgeting, selecting suitable courses, recruiting and training SI-PASS leaders, as well as programme follow-up and evaluation. In addition, completing the supervisor training gives you exclusive access to a wide community of practice in about 30 countries and 1500 higher education institutions, for example via our supervisor networks. Supervisor trainings can only be delivered by SI-PASS trainers who have been accredited by the International SI Centre at UMKC, Kansas City, USA (Certified Trainer). This training is provided by the European Centre for SI-PASS in Lund. Best regards, William Carey, Joakim Malm, Marcia Ody, Christina Rowa & Linda Wennborg European Centre for SI-PASS learn more<https://www.si-pass.lu.se/about-si-pass> [cid:image001.png@01DC4A46.2C206940] [cid:image002.jpg@01DC4A46.2C206940] Lund University Student Affairs Study Support and Learning Box 117, SE 221 00 Lund Visiting address: Sölvegatan 29b Telephone: +46 46 222 03 51 Mobile: +46 72 179 96 16 www.lunduniversity.lu.se<http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/>

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Proposal deadline extended for 1-3 December 2025 South African Supplemental Instruction National Online Conference

by Smith, Liesl (Ms) (Summerstrand Campus South)

Good day Proposals will be accepted until 31 October 2025 (https://si.mandela.ac.za/2025-SI-National-Online-Conference/2025-SI-Nationa…) (For SI-PASS colleagues from the European region, we have agreed to leave the proposal submission open until 8 November 2025. It would be appreciated if colleagues who intend to submit a proposal after 31 October 2025 could email liesl.smith(a)mandela.ac.za<mailto:liesl.smith@mandela.ac.za> to assist us in the programme planning). We are excited to announce the 2025 South African Supplemental Instruction National Online Conference from 1-3 December 2025. The event will be co-hosted online by the SI National Office at Nelson Mandela University and the SI Regional Office at North-West University. All information and important dates can be found on the conference website. https://si.mandela.ac.za/2025-SI-National-Online-Conference-en Proposal submission and registration is now open. We look forward to engaging with everyone. Please share this information with colleagues. Kind regards Conference Team [A blue and white text AI-generated content may be incorrect.]<https://si.mandela.ac.za/2025-SI-National-Online-Conference-en> Liesl Smith Senior Learning Developer (SI) LT Collab: Learning Development International Certified Trainer Supplemental Instruction SI National Office Africa South Campus Tel: +27 (0) 41 504 2118 Cell: 084 751 8631 [cid:image001.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://www.youtube.com/c/NelsonMandelaUniversity>[cid:image002.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://x.com/mandelauni?lang=en>[cid:image003.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://www.instagram.com/mandelauniversity/?hl=en>[cid:image004.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://www.facebook.com/MandelaUni/>[cid:image005.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://www.tiktok.com/@nelsonmandelauniversity>[cid:image006.png@01DC32EC.463C7470]<https://za.linkedin.com/school/nelson-mandela-university/> [cid:image007.jpg@01DC32EC.463C7470]<http://mandela.ac.za/> [A blue and white text AI-generated content may be incorrect.]<https://si.mandela.ac.za/2025-SI-National-Online-Conference-en> ________________________________ NOTICE: Please note that this eMail, and the contents thereof, is subject to the standard Nelson Mandela University eMail disclaimer which may be found at: http://www.mandela.ac.za/disclaimer/email.htm

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SI-PASS/PAL Leader activity in Zoom: 6th Nov, 12-1 WET/1-2 CET

by Linda Wennborg

Hi SI-PASS/PAL Supervisors, Please forward this information to you student Leaders: Join us for this semester’s second free online activity for SI-PASS/PAL Leaders in Europe, organized by The European Centre for SI-PASS: 📅6th NOVEMBER, 12-1PM WET/1-2PM CET THEME: Strategies for Facilitation FACILITATOR: Polly Harper & Han-Na Cha, SI-PASS Supervisors at University of Birmingham Zoom-link: https://lu-se.zoom.us/j/69054942831 Hope to see you there! Best wishes, Isabella Fairclough, William Carey & Linda Wennborg European Centre for SI-PASS [cid:image001.png@01DC44F5.4DCC8E80] [cid:image002.jpg@01DC44F5.4DCC8E80]

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