As we prepare to return to a new normal this fall, the Spring Provost Conference Virtual Luncheon Series invites national experts like KerryAnn O’Meara and Joya Misra to campus to think together about how we as a university want to imagine and enact the post-pandemic university. This series offers time and space for us to
Many faculty experience dissatisfaction with their workloads and perceive an increased workload and challenges in work-life integration. Colleagues lack information about how work is divided and the workloads of their peers. Departments rarely engage in a transparent process for assigning workload commitments and this can be amplified across faculty rank and series. The unequal distribution
In this interactive workshop, attendees learn the basic principles, concepts, and tools of project management and how to apply those to academic projects, from dissertations to books to course design and preparation and beyond. Focusing on project management techniques that maximize efficiency and productivity while minimizing burnout, rework, and overwhelm, this workshop provides concrete strategies
VPFA Think and Drink: A chance to connect with colleagues virtually around snack-sized readings related to workload equity and the upcoming Provost’s conference on the Post-Pandemic University. We offer a four-week series of conversations starting on March 31st which will prepare us to welcome Dr. KerryAnn O’Meara, a leader in the field of workload equity research,
The Faculty Research Fund (“FRF”) aims to stimulate research, scholarship, and creative activity by the University of Denver faculty. This program is different from the PROF fund in that it targets smaller projects with grants of up to $3000 for actual costs incurred. The funding decisions are made by the Academic Planning Committee of the
Co-hosted by Ryan Gildersleeve, Professor of Higher Education and Associate Dean Morgridge College of Education VPFA Think and Drink: A chance to connect with colleagues virtually around snack-sized readings related to workload equity and the upcoming Provost’s conference on the Post-Pandemic University. We offer a four-week series of conversations starting on March 31st which will
This panel is designed for faculty in their first year or so at DU. Panel members in their second year and beyond will share practical strategies that new faculty members can implement immediately that have made the difference in their approach to research, teaching, or service, strategies that new faculty members can implement immediately. After
VPFA Think and Drink: A chance to connect with colleagues virtually around snack-sized readings related to workload equity and the upcoming Provost’s conference on the Post-Pandemic University. We offer a four-week series of conversations starting on March 31st which will prepare us to welcome Dr. KerryAnn O’Meara, a leader in the field of workload equity research,
Co-hosted by Dr. Hava Gordon, Associate Professor and Academic Advisor, Department of Sociology & Criminology. VPFA Think and Drink: A chance to connect with colleagues virtually around snack-sized readings related to workload equity and the upcoming Provost’s conference on the Post-Pandemic University. We offer a four-week series of conversations starting on March 31st which will
In this interactive workshop, attendees will learn strategies for developing an intentional, focused research agenda and tools for developing a realistic publication pipeline and timeline. The workshop will address how to build a research agenda that moves forward multiple projects in different phases of research (e.g. development, data collection, drafting, revising), how to effectively manage
Do you often start the term with high hopes for your writing projects, but end disappointed by your actual productivity? Do you desperately want (or need) to write a lot this term? Do you want to figure out how to be more productive AND enjoy your life this term? This workshop will help you identify
This interactive workshop is designed for those who attended the Seasonal Scholarship Retreat facilitated by Rebecca Campbell, Ph.D., on January 6th, 2021. The “Refresher” version reunites the group to check in on our progress (or struggles!) to move towards goals in 2021. Dr. Campbell is back to help us reflect on how we might adjust
The Seasonal Scholarship Retreat, facilitated by Rebecca Campbell, Ph.D., is an opportunity for academics to hit the reset button to achieve a creative and productive scholarship season. Together we will reflect on your goals and values as a creative and scholar, reflect on your research pipelines and projects, and create personalized structures for you to realize
DUE TO THE FACULTY SENATE HOSTED CONVERSATION FROM 12-1, FRIDAY MARCH 12 WITH PROVOST MARY CLARK ABOUT FALL ’21 OPENING PLANS, THIS PANEL IS POSTPONED TO SPRING QUARTER. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATED TIME AND ZOOM LINK.
Facilitated by Amit Mrig and Gary Meyer, Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at Marquette University This session is devoted to resolving conflict and will help participants learn about their own tendencies and approaches to conflict management through a validated diagnostic instrument. Workshop participants will better understand the situational nature of conflicts and the need to remain flexible
In this interactive workshop, participants will develop an understanding of how mentoring can help advance their scholarly and/or professional goals and contribute to personal and professional flourishing. The workshop is focused on how to develop a mentoring network, including identifying one’s areas of mentoring needs, understanding the distinctions among advisors, mentors, and sponsors, identifying and
In this interactive workshop, participants will identify their core values and learn how to use those values to set goals, and develop their academic mission and vision. Participants will identify practices and strategies for developing and sustaining work-life balance and holistic well-being while enhancing professional productivity and achievement. Attendees will learn about the common limiting
In cooperation with the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the Faculty Senate President is asking for nominations for five major faculty awards. November 2020 Invitation Letter from Mary Clark and Sarah Pessin for the 20-21 nomination process Nomination Guidelines Learn more about the five faculty awards
Join Provost Clark, Vice Provost Willink, and Resident Scholar for Teaching and Professional Faculty (TPF) Laura Sponsler to discuss the findings and recommendations of the TPF White Paper: “Institutionalizing a Culture of Respect for Teaching and Professional Faculty.” Following a discussion of the paper and current trends in higher education, the session will feature
The Professional Research Opportunities for Faculty (PROF) fund is a collaborative enterprise between the Faculty Senate, the faculty, and the Senior Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Education. This fund supports scholarly/creative activity by the faculty in a manner that strategically enhances the reputation of the University, and that supports increased external funding for research,
DU’s first emerita/us faculty panel will take place on Thursday, January 21st at 4:00 pm. Chaired by former Chancellor Rebecca Chopp and organized by the Tenure-Track Faculty MOARS committee, it will feature Emerita/us Professors: Bill Cross, Morgridge College of Education Margaret Whitt, College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Art Jones, College of Arts, Humanities &
We invite you to join us along with Provost Mary Clark to learn about the faculty-led Creating Collaborative Department Cultures and Chairs initiative on January 8th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Our DU faculty colleagues will share a year-end update on their efforts as part of the symposium implementation committees and we will discuss how these initiatives will continue moving
Welcome, new faculty! Faculty who have joined the DU community since August 2020, or who were hired earlier but missed the August orientation, are invited to attend the Winter New Faculty Onboarding session on Friday, January 8th from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Offered in collaboration with the Office of Teaching and Learning and Human
The Seasonal Scholarship Retreat, facilitated by Rebecca Campbell, Ph.D., is an opportunity for academics to hit the reset button to achieve a creative and productive scholarship season. Together we will reflect on your goals and values as a creative and scholar, reflect on your research pipelines and projects, and create personalized structures for you to
Consider applying to be the inaugural Faculty Fellow of Mentoring Initiatives or nominating a colleague. Collaborating primarily with the VPFA, the Faculty Fellow will engage in activities to enhance mentoring offerings and programming and expand resources, training, and support across campus for tenure-track and teaching and professional faculty. This position institutionalizes the work of the
Do you often start the term with high hopes for your writing projects, but end disappointed by your actual productivity? Do you desperately want (or need) to write a lot this term? Do you want to figure out how to be more productive AND enjoy your life this term? This workshop will help you identify
Consider applying to be the inaugural Faculty Fellow of Chair and Director Training and Development or nominating a colleague. Collaborating primarily with the VPFA and the Chair Advisory Board, the Faculty Fellow will engage in activities to enhance Chair development offerings and expand resources, training, and support for Chairs and Directors. This position institutionalizes the
The goal of WAGs is to create a structure to facilitate faculty collaboration around writing projects they would like to make progress on and to organize group meetings for support and accountability. Each group will meet weekly for 10-weeks with a facilitator, beginning the second week of January. You can view the fall quarter syllabus
For many academics, a book manuscript is key to earning tenure and establishing a scholarly identity. However, the path to academic book publishing can often be confusing, nebulous, and filled with scary myths and misperceptions. This workshop focuses on helping you to take the first steps toward getting your project into print. In this workshop,
Faculty, consult your dean’s office for the revised due date.
Please join Senior Vice Provost for Research & Graduate Education Corinne Lengsfeld, along with the entire ORSP team, for an update on research at DU as well as the opportunity to ask questions.
The inaugural session of the Faculty Learning Community (FLC): Teaching and Professional Faculty Tools for Success was attended by 20 faculty. The purpose of the session was to begin building a community of teaching-scholars, identify the diversity of work settings, recognize and respond to the stress of this time and its impact on teaching, attend
The processes of promotion, reappointment, and tenure are consistent drivers of faculty stress, consternation, and insecurity. While faculty accomplishments accrue over years and often emerge through an organic process of growth and scholarly interest, the professional statement provides a strategic opportunity to guide your review committee in their analysis of your work. The statement should
University Libraries is hosting a Virtual Coffee Hour for faculty on Monday, October 26th from 10:00 – 11:00 am. The goal of the Virtual Coffee Hour is to introduce new faculty (and other interested faculty) to the programs and resources at the Anderson Academic Commons that support faculty teaching and research and also that provide
Join a number of FREE virtual wellness classes. View Class Selections and Register to Attend
New Teaching and Professional Faculty (e.g., Clinical, Professor of the Practice) are invited to join representatives from the MOARS Teaching & Professional Faculty Team on Thursday, October 22nd at 10:00 am for a casual gathering intended to introduce new resources, provide an opportunity for networking, and address any lingering questions that you may have, now
DU will undergo its comprehensive evaluation on October 19-20, 2020. Please share this information with your chairs/directors, faculty, and staff members (and read it yourself too!). There are Canvas Modules for individuals in a variety of roles to help prepare for the visit. Reading the self-study itself is the first step. Learn How to Prepare
We invite you to join us for a panel discussion hosted by the Vice Provost of Faculty Affairs, Faculty Senate, and the Office of Teaching and Learning. This panel will serve as a space for Teaching and Professional Track Faculty across campus to share resources and experiences about the promotion process set forth in the
New to campus and not sure where to start when it comes to your research? Whether you’re looking to transfer previous research to DU or secure new internal or external grant funding, the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) is here to assist you every step of the way. Learn more about how ORSP
Last day to apply for Sabbatical leave
Do you want to start the fall quarter with your personal and professional lives coordinated in the best way possible? This session is for you. Do you often start the quarter with high hopes for your writing projects, but end disappointed by your actual productivity? Do you desperately want (or need) to make space for
Deadline for faculty to update their information in Activity Insight so it can be included in the annual booklet at the Faculty Recognition Reception.
The Chair Advisory Board is pleased to announce the second Peer to Peer Solution Seeking Clinic (P2PSSC). P2PSSC provides an opportunity for department chairs and directors to identify problems they are facing, and to collaborate with others in finding solutions. Using a consultatory model, small groups identify challenges for other groups to consider and provide
In conjunction with EAB, we will have a webinar where we will: Discuss how pressure from students and shifting demographics are driving a new urgency among academic leaders to prioritize both greater numerical representation of underrepresented groups among faculty and a more inclusive environment for faculty, students, and staff. Determine how decisions, processes, and preferences