The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning and the Office of the Provost are delighted to announce the Spring 2026 Presidential Teaching Seminar, featuring Presidential Teaching Professor Dr. Mylan Engel, one of NIU’s inspiring and transformational educators. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from a faculty member whose courses students describe as “life‑changing”—and whose approach to teaching continues to shape futures both inside and outside the classroom. 

Join us at 11:30 a.m. for informal conversations with Dr. Engel and colleagues. Then, stay for a compelling, energizing seminar that will challenge your thinking about student engagement, intellectual development, and the power of reflective teaching. 

About Dr. Mylan Engel 

Dr. Mylan Engel, Jr. is a Professor of Philosophy who has been inspiring NIU students for more than two decades. A Presidential Teaching Professor, he is celebrated for making philosophy both accessible and deeply relevant. Through rigorous yet inviting Socratic inquiry, Dr. Engel encourages students to examine their beliefs and values, helping them develop the critical thinking and self‑reflection needed for academic and personal growth. 

Why You Should Attend 

This seminar offers a chance to learn from one of NIU’s thoughtful and inspiring Presidential Teaching Professors. Dr. Engel’s insights into critical thinking, student transformation, and the purpose of higher education will leave you motivated, energized, and equipped with new strategies for your own teaching or student support work. 

No registration is required. Bring your lunch, bring a colleague, and join us!
We look forward to seeing you!