A Curious Learning Curve explores the realities of teaching and learning in higher education—what works, what doesn’t, and what we’re all still figuring out. Each episode blends research, real experiences, and practical strategies to help educators and learners grow with curiosity and intention.
This season, we’re diving into online teaching, what helps students feel connected, how instructors can increase their presence, and ways to boost engagement in virtual courses. I’m talking with educators who are experimenting, learning, and sharing what’s actually working in their online classrooms.
About the Author
Hi, I’m Jennifer Grewe, a psychology professor who’s endlessly curious about how people learn, why connection matters, and how we can do this work without burning ourselves out. I teach at Utah State University, where I work with students in courses on human connection, health psychology, and learning, and I’m involved in mentoring, first-year experience programs, and a lot of behind-the-scenes program building.
Like many of you, I juggle teaching, mentoring, service, leadership, and life outside of work. I love this job, but I also know how complex and demanding it can be. A Curious Learning Curve grew out of my desire to learn from other people in higher education who are doing thoughtful, creative, and impactful work — and to make space for honest conversations about what teaching and supporting students really looks like.
On the podcast, I talk with faculty, instructors, and campus professionals about how they approach teaching, learning, mentoring, and leadership. I’m not looking for “perfect systems” or universal best practices. I’m interested in the real strategies, mindsets, and small choices that help people do this work well and keep growing in the process.
If you teach or support students in higher ed and enjoy learning from colleagues across disciplines and roles, this podcast is for you. We’re all figuring things out as we go, and staying curious makes the work more meaningful (and a lot more interesting).
