We are determined to enhance the quality of faculty life in the environment of multicultural competence by ensuring professional satisfaction in mentorship, career development, leadership development, skills development and gender equity.
The Teaching Academy Series is for a monthly development session to enhance faculty skill and knowledge. Each presentation focuses on a different topic; presentations are held every third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 p.m. generally in room 994A, Armour Academic Center or remotely. RSVP to the next session.
2020-21 Topics
July 21 Educational Technology
Aug. 18 Engaginge Students Remotely
Sept. 15 Multiple Levels of Simulation
Oct. 20 Where to Publish
Nov. 17 Strategies for Success in Conducting Educational Research
Dec. 15 Teaching and implementing the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health Systems in Clinical Settings
Jan. 19 Assessment of Student Learing
Feb. 16 Accessibility in Health Sciences
March 16 Leveraging the “IBR” (Interest-Based Relational) Approach for Resolving Conflict
April 21 Things to Consider when Becoming a PI?
May 18 Persuasive Communication
June 15 Self-awareness and Social Awareness for Effective Problem Solving
Faculty members meet one on one with the Associate Provost to gain insights on career trajectories, promotion, mentoring, leadership opportunities, and any additional inquiries.
Faculty members can have their presentations (PowerPoint/ other presentation software) reviewed for structure, content integration, image usage, cohesion and clarity to enhance their product.
External opportunities
If you are a Rush faculty member and are interested in any of the opportunities below, contact Faculty Affairs to learn more. To hear directly from the faculty who have attended the conferences, visit the faculty experiences page.