Great teaching powers great learning at Transylvania University
At Transylvania University, a leading liberal arts college in Kentucky, great teaching means great learning. The Bingham Center for Teaching Excellence makes sure students benefit from professors who are constantly growing, innovating and finding new ways to create engaging, real-world learning. Supported by the Bingham Fund for Excellence in Teaching, the center powers faculty development, classroom innovation and modern learning environments that elevate the Transy experience.
When professors grow, students succeed.
Why It Matters for Students
The Bingham Center is more than a program for professors — it’s a direct investment in student success. By equipping faculty with the latest tools and strategies, Transy ensures students experience dynamic classrooms, innovative teaching methods that connect the liberal arts with modern technology, and stronger student-faculty connections that inspire creativity and confidence.At Transy, students gain the timeless strength of a liberal arts education combined with the skills and innovation needed to thrive in today’s world.
Why It Matters for Faculty
Great teachers are always learning. The Bingham Center provides Transy faculty with the resources and community to collaborate, experiment and grow. With support for faculty development, teaching excellence and innovative teaching methods, professors are encouraged to push boundaries and strengthen their craft. This commitment not only enhances their careers but also ensures students benefit from a world-class college learning experience.
Innovation in Action
The Bingham Center is where tradition meets innovation. Faculty use Digital Liberal Arts initiatives to integrate technology into every discipline, develop interdisciplinary learning opportunities and pilot new approaches that keep courses fresh and relevant. From classroom technology upgrades to bold new teaching strategies, the center guarantees that learning at Transy is forward-thinking and future-ready.
The Student Experience
When faculty are inspired, students feel it. At Transy, professors bring creativity, energy and inclusive practices into every class. That means students are part of an academic community where student learning is active, engaging and transformative. This is the liberal arts advantage — preparing graduates with the knowledge, adaptability and confidence to succeed well beyond college.
A Place for Excellence
Located in the Transy library, the Bingham Center is a hub of collaboration and innovation. It’s where professors come together to share ideas and design better ways to teach — ensuring students benefit from the very best higher education experience every day.