Discover the talented and dedicated individuals shaping the future of education through their innovative projects and fellowship experiences at Michigan State University.
Faculty Fellows
Our Faculty Fellows focus on transforming learning experiences and fostering a community centered around student success. Below, meet the visionary educators who are redefining teaching methodologies:
Project: AI Commons – Gen AI for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Dr. Jackson is developing AI Commons, a collaborative platform hosted on Knowledge Commons at Michigan State University, to facilitate ongoing discussions and sharing of ideas among educators about the evolving role of generative AI in higher education.
Graduate Fellows
Our Graduate Fellows are an enthusiastic cohort of emerging leaders in higher education committed to enhancing their professional skills and contributing to meaningful educational outcomes. Join them as they innovate and lead:
2025-26 Cohort
Project: A Practical Guide to Digital Storytelling for Student-Centered Teaching and Assessment
Project: Speak and teach: Enhancing ITAs’ teaching confidence beyond their accent
Project: Addressing Shame and Guilt in AI Use: A Relational Approach to Ethical AI Use
Project: Teaching the Supreme Court Through Lived Experience
Project: Teaching Global Children’s Literature from Asia: A Practical Guide
Past Cohorts
- Yetunde S. Alabede
- April Best
- Erik Flinn
- Jared Kubokawa
- Andii Layton
- Jessica Saba
- Peyton Ellis
- Tianyi Kou-Herrema
- Nicole Ransom
- Katherine Knowles
Connect and Engage
We invite you to connect with our incredible fellows during Fellows’ Hour and other hosted events. Learn firsthand about their projects, insights, and the influence they bring to the educational landscape. You may also explore the impact of our fellows through blog posts and publications.