The process of identifying a personal philosophy of teaching and continuously examining it through teaching practice can foster professional and personal growth. You will find out about benefits and uses of a teaching statement in academia and your teaching. You will also have the opportunity to start developing your own statement. All 1st and 2nd year TAs are encouraged to join UCAT’s Starting Teaching Associate Resource (STAR) Group! This group, led by UCAT’s graduate consultants, gives 1st and 2nd year TAs the opportunity to… ** Network with other TAs from across OSU ** Seek help for specific teaching concerns ** Develop a plan to grow as TAs ** Access UCAT and other teaching resources ** Encourage and learn from each other ** Refreshments will be provided. For more information go here: http://ucat.osu.edu/professional-development/gta/star/ Please RSVP here and at the event webpage: https://ucat.osu.edu/events/star-april-meeting-teaching-statements/ Following the event, email Erica Szeyller.1 to confirm your attendance.