Faculty Development Opportunities at UC-COM

The Office of Faculty Affairs & Development have created new development programming for our faculty in the areas of professional development, research development, teaching and education development, and wellness. Programs in these four tracks will be offered on a monthly basis during the academic year. Complete listing of development programs being offered 2024-2025 Programs (PDF).

August  2024 

August 20, 2024       Reappointment, Promotions & Tenure

Facilitator:   Alex Lentsch, PHD  
Via:  Microsoft Teams
Time: 12-1pm 

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize RPT guidelines and processes 
2. Identify the requirements for each level of career advancement 
3. Develop a plan to reach the necessary milestones for career advancement 
4. Identify and avoid common mistakes made during the RPT process 

August 22, 2024       Championing Culture Building in your Department 

Facilitator:   Steven D Kniffley Jr., PsyD MPA ABPP HSP   
Via:  Microsoft Teams
Time: 7-8am 

Description:

Training will provide COM departments with practical tools needed to foster inclusive excellence for students, faculty and staff. Specifically, this training will cover the following areas: conducting a cultural audit, developing a DEI strategy at the departmental level, and assessing culture change and impact. 

September 2024

September 17, 2024        Mentoring
September 18, 2024        Managing Difficult Conversations with Compassion & Resilience