Derek Bok Center, Harvard University
Partnering with faculty to create transformative experiences
Resources on Recentering Academics
The Bok Center team is available to review syllabi, help with assignment (re-)design, provide strategies for efficient and effective grading, help with the design and running of innovative multi-modal activities and assignments, and brainstorm active learning strategies.
Resources on Teaching in the Age of AI
Resources are available to support faculty navigating challenges related to teaching and AI through practical resources, classroom experimentation, and applied research. Current projects include AI-augmented oral exams, "vibe coding" for humanities courses, AI-resilient assignment design, and frameworks for treating AI as an object of critical study—not just a tool.
All Upcoming Events
The Research Statement and Writing Sample Workshop
June 29, 2026
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10:30AM - 12:00PM EDT
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Online
The Research Statement is a critical document for the job market, but what should it actually include? How much space should you give to different projects, and how can you make the statement compelling to your readers? In this workshop, we will discuss...
The Research Statement and Writing Sample Workshop
July 2, 2026
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10:30AM - 12:00PM EDT
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Online
The Research Statement is a critical document for the job market, but what should it actually include? How much space should you give to different projects, and how can you make the statement compelling to your readers? In this workshop, we will discuss...
The Teaching Statement and Sample Syllabus Workshop
July 13, 2026
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10:30AM - 12:00PM EDT
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Online
The Teaching Statement and Sample Syllabus are key components of a compelling teaching portfolio, offering search committees a concrete sense of what it is like to learn in your classroom. But how do you narrate your growth as a teacher, articulate your...
