Faculty Focus

Faculty Focus sessions offer opportunities for professional growth in teaching, research, and career development within a supportive, generative environment. Whether you want to refine your teaching and mentoring techniques or keep up with cutting-edge developments in scholarly and creative activities, Faculty Focus provides professional support for faculty who seek to expand their horizons and elevate their practice.

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Program Details

Designed exclusively for university faculty, Faculty Focus is an innovative professional development program aimed at supporting continuous growth and expertise. As a hub of knowledge exchange, this program offers a platform for faculty and other university community experts to share their insights, expertise, and passion for teaching, research, and career development.

What sets Faculty Focus apart is its collaborative nature. Each session is led by esteemed faculty or staff who are experts in their respective fields. By harnessing the collective wisdom of our university community, Faculty Focus ensures that every session is dynamic, relevant, and tailored to meet the diverse needs of faculty at all stages of their careers.

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We add new Faculty Focus sessions to our calendar all the time. Explore our current offerings and sign up for a session that interests you.

Faculty Focus Highlights

Check out some of our most popular Faculty Development sessions on artificial intelligence in teaching, grant writing, tips on teaching and learning, and career development. Select any of the images to view the recording of the session.

AI Ideas for Faculty: Implementing Artificial Intelligence Activities in the Classroom

Artificial Intelligence is changing the game, and it will soon become a common tool in the workforce. Learn how to integrate AI into your classes to enrich student learning.

The Grant Writer's Guide to the Galaxy: Foundations for Grant Writing

Grant writing can often feel mysterious and overwhelming. Join us as Dr. Jennifer Speed, Assistant Vice President for Research Development, provides practical tips and guidance for navigating the process.

What's In Your Wallet? Teaching Tips That Pay Off for You and Your Students

Whether you're teaching large or small classes, new to teaching or a seasoned pro, this session will help you generate new ideas for small changes you can make that yield high dividends for your students.

Re-envisioning Your Career Path and Professional Goals

Faculty Development was excited to host faculty life expert Dr. Vicki Baker on Friday, September 24, 2021, for an interactive and introspective workshop on advancing your career.

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Have an idea for a future Faculty Focus? You can suggest a topic for a future session that you'd like to see offered.