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The Faculty Affairs Newsletter is your go-to source for the latest updates, resources, and opportunities tailored to UMKC's academic community.

In this issue, learn about upcoming opportunities for professional learning and research support, how and why to publish your scholarship in the public domain, and ways to get involved with your colleagues.

Grab some coffee and a pastry while you chat with colleagues
during this informal meet and greet! 

September 3 @ 9:00-10:00AM at the University Playhouse

(Please RSVP so we don't run out of refreshments)

With proven success in securing grants and retaining faculty, SOAR aims to empower UMKC's researchers, enhance diversity and inclusion, and elevate our research community.

SOAR offers faculty mentoring, large grant support, interdisciplinary networks, and proposal reviews. These programs start in September and continue through the semester, and will run again spring semester.

Talk the Talk: Communicate the Value of Your Innovation

October 14 - 18 November

Over six sessions, you will have the opportunity to work alongside fellow faculty to develop practical communication techniques that will help you navigate the path from idea to market. The focus will be on market assessment and pitch strategy, providing you with the skills needed to align your innovation with real-world opportunities.

Large-Scale Proposal Development workshop

October 4 - 1 November

This dynamic workshop series is for faculty interested in collaborating with a group on a large-scale proposal. Faculty will select a proposal and then work through the process for developing and collaborating on large proposals, so that, if funded, your team is set up for success!

Apply now, seats are limited!

Research Mentoring

September - May

Faculty with grant experience mentor their faculty colleagues pursuing a grant in the same or related competition. 

Want to extend the reach of your research? Learn how to engage the public through non-academic outlets to share meaningful and relevant information that makes a difference.

UMKC has partnered with OpenScholar, an all-in-one research platform that provides the tools you need to share your research with the world, secure funding and find collaborators. Websites are available for faculty, labs, and centers.

Join Amy O'Brian for a workshop to learn how you can use this resource to bring increased visibility to UMKC research.

Clancy Martin, University of Missouri Curators' Distinguished Professor, has authored more than 10 books and his writing has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, among others.

Rebecca Best, Associate Professor, writes about women in conflict and peace, negotiations between states and fractionalized insurgencies, and the reintegration of veterans.

UMKC Associate Professor of Psychology, Daniel Maitland's research study on self-identified lonely people that participated in a series of relationship-building exercises, was featured in a recent New York Times Magazine article, "Why Is the Loneliness Epidemic so Hard to Cure?"

*A free subscription is required to view NYT articles

CAFE is thrilled to introduce two new competitions!

We invite UMKC faculty to submit maps, flowcharts, or visual representations showing how you use UMKC’s resources to boost student success in the Creating Helpful Academic Resource Trails challenge! Top entries will be featured in a poster session at the January CAFE conference.

Join us on October 1st for a launch event to learn more, see examples, and brainstorm ideas. This challenge is all about coming together to improve student success and share best practices. We’re eager to see the incredible ideas you’ll bring! 

Enter the myVITA Victory Competition and showcase your best myVITA profiles! Start by joining our workshops led by Chris Popoola and Susan Halstead to get the inside scoop on mastering myVITA.

For the challenge, you'll submit your profile for a chance to win prizes for the most complete and up-to-date entries. Self-nominate or be nominated by your chair. Winners will be announced at the myVITA Victory finale in February. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to shine and get recognized!

UMKC’s academic excellence in teaching and research requires a dedicated faculty — one that models continuous growth and innovation.

The Diane Filion Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) supports faculty through programs and resources that advance teaching and learning, research and creativity, service and engagement, and life and leadership.

The National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity provides a wide range of professional development resources designed to support your growth and well-being.

Thanks to UMKC’s institutional membership, you can join NCFDD free of charge!

As a member of NCFDD, you have complimentary access to valuable tools and programs that can help you combat burnout, enhance your academic productivity, and achieve a balanced professional life.

Are you looking for a place to unwind between classes, collaborate on research projects, or simply connect with fellow faculty members? Welcome to the Faculty Commons -- A shared space
designed with YOU in mind.

The Commons is located on the top floor of Newcomb Hall and is available with faculty ID card access.

We hope to see you there!

Join Dr. Thiagarajan Ganesh on Thursdays from 5:00 - 6:00pm for yoga with your colleagues.

Bring a mat, comfy clothes, and a friend! 

Located in the CAFE Conference Room in Newcomb Hall.

For more information, please contact Gwen Nally at nallye@umkc.edu.

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