New Faculty Development Program

Student success in any course requires high levels of instructor and student engagement. In this workshop, the Center for Transformative Teaching and Academic Technologies will present resources and services available to instructors to promote evidence-based, inclusive, innovative, and effective teaching for all learners. Key topics will include artificial intelligence, digital accessibility, and learning analytics, as well as Canvas, Zoom, YuJa, and the Digital Learning Center. Led by CTT Instructional Designers and the Assistant Director of Academic Technologies, the workshop will also cover teaching tips and address common faculty questions.

This workshop focuses on practical advice and resources from the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) to help new faculty successfully launch their career at the university, including: internal funding opportunities, capacity-building and faculty development programs, support for developing proposals and managing grants and contracts, responsible conduct of research, and more. Workshop led by ORED leaders.

This workshop will introduce faculty to leaders of the Academic Navigators team, Student Advocacy and Support team, Center for Academic Success and Transition, and Counseling and Psychological Services. Faculty will learn how to make student referrals to these units, engage in discussions of typical student scenarios, and receive resources they can use to support their students' success. Workshop led by Amy Goodburn, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Undergraduate Education.

After successfully making it through the fall semester, new faculty may have additional questions about their experiences at UNL. This informal session is a Q&A opportunity with Chris Marks, Associate Vice Chancellor for Faculty Affairs, and Kevin Hanrahan, Director of Faculty Development. New faculty can share their experiences, connect with peers, and receive continued support in their progress.

This workshop is designed to equip faculty with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively guide and support graduate students in their academic and professional development. Recognizing the unique challenges and responsibilities involved in mentoring students at the graduate level, this workshop will provide a comprehensive framework for fostering a productive and inclusive mentorship environment. Participants will delve into various aspects of teaching and mentoring graduate students, and explore best practices, strategies, and techniques. Through a combination of presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities, attendees will gain practical insights and actionable tools to enhance their mentoring capabilities. Workshop led by Lisa Rohde, Associate Director, Teaching and Research Development in the Office of Graduate Studies.

New faculty will learn what they can do now to prepare for the promotion and tenure process. This workshop is for tenure-track faculty, professors of practice, research faculty, and extension educators. Representatives from the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the colleges will be available to discuss institute- and college-specific requirements. Workshop led by Rich Bischoff, Associate Vice Chancellor for Faculty and Academic Leader Success, and Christopher Marks, Associate Vice Chancellor for Faculty Affairs.