Fall 2026

EDFN 492/592 –When Everything Feels Urgent: Teaching & Leading in the Anxious Age
Credits: 1
Seminar date: August 12th, 2026
Course Dates: August 24, 2026 – December 16, 2026
Location: Northern State University Johnson Fine Arts Center
Tuition: $40.00 per credit hour 
About: 

TODD DUFAULT is a premier Leadership Education and Training Consultant dedicated to "Building Better Leaders & People."   With a career spanning over 40 years, Todd has partnered with schools, organizations, corporations, and athletic teams to architect high-performance cultures rooted in servant leadership, trust, and a growth mindset.
As a John Maxwell Certified Speaker and former High School Activities Director, Todd understands that the heart of a great school isn’t its facilities—it’s the people. He has spent decades architecting high-performance cultures for organizations ranging from corporate giants to great athletic teams to elite band programs like the 18-time BOA Finalist Rosemount High School Marching Band.
Today, Todd challenges us to move beyond "compliance" and toward a culture of commitment.   Through his "7 Pillars of Success," he provides educators with the tools to lead through sacrifice, cultivate a growth mindset, and foster the deep trust necessary to empower the next generation.
 

HARVIE HERRINGTON'S life has been defined by his love of football and his relentless pursuit of excellence. From high school to the NFL and Arena League, he used his natural talent and fierce determination to achieve his dreams.
Today, Harvie uses the lessons he learned along the way to help others unlock their own
potential. With a focus on helping anyone who may be struggling, he travels the nation, sharing his insights and inspiring others to reach new heights.
For Harvie, there is no greater joy than helping others find their passion and achieve their
dreams. 
 

Participants enrolled in the EDFN 492/592 course will be required to submit an engagement activity in the first week. A reflection paper is also required to be submitted by Sunday, November 1, 2026. Per NSU Policy: Any student enrolled in a workshop course for credit is required to pay the $40 workshop fee and complete the week 1 attendance engagement activity assigned by the instructor (see course syllabus or announcements). Failure to make payment and submit the attendance engagement activity by the third week of the course will result in the student being dropped from the course. Once dropped, students cannot be re-enrolled. 
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Previous Topics and Keynote Speakers

2025: The Kid Whisperer- Scott Ervin

2024: We're No Longer in Kansas Anymore, Speaker: Eric Curts

2023: Kids Deserve It, Speaker: Todd Nelsoney

2022: Monica Washington

2021: "The Lab Coat Teacher": Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa

2020: Motivating and Managing Disruptive Students; Speaker: Brian Mendler

2019: Adventures in Teacher Leadership; Speaker: Rebecca Mieliwocki

2018: Strategies for Success as a Teacher; Speaker: Alex Kajitani

2017: High Leverage Teaching Practices; Speakers: Francesca Forzani and Nicole Garcia

2016: The Magic of Teaching; Speaker: Billy Riggs

2015: Equipping Leaders for Greater Impact; Speaker: Bob Upgren

2014: Rachel’s Challenge; Speaker: Darrell and Sandy Scott

2013: Common Core Standards; Speaker: Brian Pete

2012: A Framework for Understanding Poverty; Speaker: Ruby Payne

2011:  Preventing Bullying in the Classroom and School; Speaker: Brian Mendler