Danny Mann
Leader of the University of California, Irvine's Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation with a Ph.D. in cognitive science; focuses on pedagogical excellence, institutional innovation, and fostering peace, joy, and community in higher education.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 37min
Fostering Peace, Joy, and Community in Teaching and Leading, with Danny Mann
Danny Mann, leader at UC Irvine’s Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation with a Ph.D. in cognitive science. He discusses why peace, joy, and community matter in teaching. He outlines reflective exercises to discover purpose. He talks about creating space for student sharing, handling tough conversations with norms, and pausing to reduce hierarchy and build trust.
