Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

I would like to share a reminder that the application deadline for the Center for Faculty Development’s 2024-25 University Teaching Fellows Program is approaching. This program was established to promote excellence in teaching and learning, support early career faculty and develop future university leaders.

Eligibility: Applicants must be untenured or early career, non-tenure-track Assistant Professors, Lecturers, or Instructors, and they must have the endorsement of their department chair and dean.

Application Deadline: Monday, August 19, 2024

For more information or to download the application, click here.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Judith Stark, Director of the University Teaching Fellows at judith.stark@shu.edu or Dr. Mary Balkun, Director of the Center for Faculty Development at mary.balkun@shu.edu with any questions.

Sincerely,
Katia

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Join the Provost Office in the summer for our weekly team lunches on Thursday from 12-1 p.m. at the University Center. Enjoy a variety of hot meal options provided by Gourmet Dining, or feel free to bring your own bagged lunch. We look forward to seeing you there!

Follow the CFD blog to find out about upcoming events and initiatives. We also welcome your suggestions for workshops, speakers, and other events.

Please complete the CFD annual survey, if you have not yet done so.

New ID:
Has your ID card been updated? If not, schedule an appointment with the ID office in Duffy Hall. An updated ID is needed for access to UC 201, the Faculty Lounge, among other campus spaces.

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University Teaching Fellows Program

Seminar on Contemplative Pedagogy and AI

Mission Partners Program, 2024-25 (deadline extended to July 30)

Coming soon: Application information for the next faculty ACUE cohort.

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Prepare for the Fall Semester with These Canvas Tools and Resources

Start of the Semester Checklist: Ensure no important tasks are missed with this comprehensive checklist. It includes links to Canvas guides and videos to assist you with each task, making the setup process smooth and efficient.

New Announcements and Discussions Features: Explore the redesigned tools that now include @mentions, role labels, flexible viewing options, and more!

Training and Support: Alongside one-on-one support from your instructional design liaison, the TLTC offers a robust schedule of in-person and remote Canvas training opportunities:

Sabbatical Application Acknowledgment Due August 12
Faculty who intend on applying for sabbatical should submit the Sabbatical Acknowledgement Form by Monday, August 12, 2024. The workflow will be launched on or before August 26, 2024.

2024-25 Academies and Idea Hall Applications Due September 13
The Academies program offers 1-2 years of flexible funding for faculty to pursue projects that develop interdisciplinary curricula or scholarship, or projects that align with university goals, such as enhancing diversity and inclusion, increasing grant submissions, and expanding graduate programs. This initiative also supports projects that improve the integration of mission, service, and other experiential learning opportunities within programs and curricula, including advancing international efforts.

The Idea Hall is a mechanism for supporting innovative ideas that extend beyond academic units. The initiative also offers 1-2 years of funding for administrators, staff, and faculty to propose collaborative projects that span across multiple divisions. By improving, enriching and cultivating cross-divisional partnerships, this initiative intends to promote innovative ideas that improve student retention, optimize use of facilities, and integrate service learning into the student experience.

Visit the Innovation Hub for more information or contact Sona Patel at innovation@shu.edu with any questions.

RSVP for Faculty Convocation on Friday, September 20
Each year, the University welcomes its new faculty and recognizes faculty being honored for promotions and tenure. This year, Faculty Convocation will take place on Friday, September 20 at 4 p.m. in the University Center’s Event Room. A reception will follow immediately afterward in Bethany Hall. If you haven’t already, please RSVP using this form and save the date on your calendar.