Our engaging seminars and workshops empower Illinois faculty to grow as scholars, inspire as teachers, and thrive throughout their careers.
Assessment Planning Workshops
The Office of the Provost offers several assessment planning workshops during the academic year to assist programs with their learning outcomes assessment work.
Charting Your Path as an Assistant Professor Workshops
The Charting Your Path as an Assistant Professor Workshops are designed to provide junior faculty with the knowledge and skills that can enhance their careers at Illinois. These highly engaging, hands-on workshops feature a range of topics from opportunities for enhancing their ongoing research activities, to resources and strategies for achieving work-life balance, to understanding the promotion process at Illinois, to making the most of mentoring relationships, and many others.
Faculty Retreats & Workshops
Coordinated by the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning, the Faculty Retreats & Workshops is intended to build on our collective knowledge about teaching and learning, share innovative ideas and approaches, and promote partnerships within and beyond the campus community.
For more detailed information, please visit the CITL page
Future World Changers in the Academy National Conference
The Future World Changers in the Academy National Conference (FWCA) offers women of color who are faculty, university administrators, post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, or undergraduate students a unique educational and professional opportunity to network, engage, and learn with peers from around the country. Learn more about FWCA, including how to apply for conference participation funding.
I-Engage Research Seminar Series
The I-Engage Research Seminar Series is designed to help faculty strengthen the connection between their research and the communities they serve. Through practical guidance, resources, and opportunities for discussion, the series will introduce approaches to community-engaged research and pathways for building meaningful partnerships that enhance research impact.
Illinois New Faculty Orientation (INFO)
The Illinois New Faculty Orientation is held at the beginning of each academic year for all faculty hired since August of the previous year. The day-long event will provide important information and advice to get you started at the University of Illinois.
Mentoring Matters @Illinois
Using the research-based curriculum, Entering Mentoring, the goal of this workshop series is to facilitate the process of becoming an effective mentor by providing an intellectual framework, opportunities to experiment with various methods, and a safe and confidential learning forum in which to solve mentoring dilemmas. Learn more about Mentoring Matters @ Illinois.
NCFDD Programs
Illinois is an institutional member of the NCFDD. The NCFDD provides all Illinois faculty, post docs, and graduate students free access to a number of NCFDD’s programs and resources that deal with various aspects of academic life and professional development. Faculty can also participate in these programs at a discount. Learn more about NCFDD programs, including how to apply for program participation funding.
Redefining Retirement in Academia Series
The Redefining Retirement in Academia Series focuses on the broader transition into post-faculty life. Sessions explore the intellectual, social, and physical dimensions of retirement, helping participants envision a fulfilling and engaging next chapter. Join us to reflect, plan, and connect with peers navigating similar paths.
Thriving as an Associate Professor Seminar Series
The Thriving as an Associate Professor Seminar Series is designed to assist mid-career faculty in strategizing for a successful career.
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