"When we recognize that knowledge can come from lived experience as well as formal education, we begin to see students not only as learners, but also as experts with valuable perspectives." with students presenting research poster

ExCELlent Together: Redefining Student Expertise 

Despite how the word “expert” is commonly used in society, by the media, by educators, and maybe by you, the term is not limited to an individual with years of education and practice. An expert can include individuals with an…

College students sitting around a desk with quote: "What we bring to the table isn't abstract; it’s layered, personal, and powerful."

Bringing Our Whole CELves to the Table 

Pull up a chair.  We’re glad you’re here. At this table, conversation matters, but so does who gets to speak and who gets heard. This isn’t just about having a seat—it’s about shaping the space together.  In higher education, decisions…