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Spring 2026

"Elevate Your Academic Career: A Workshop Series on Promotion" (Jan. 14, Jan. 28, Feb. 18)

Navigating the path to promotion can be complex, but you don't have to do it alone. This workshop series is designed to support faculty at all stages of their academic careers. Through focused sessions led by the Jacobs School Office of Faculty Affairs, participants will gain a better understanding of the process, expectations and best practices for putting your best foot forward. All workshops will be held on Zoom.

  • Promotions, A to Z: Tenure Track (Jan. 14 at noon)
    Presenter: Jessica L. Reynolds, PhD, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
  • Promotions, A to Z: Non-tenure Track (Jan. 28 at 8 a.m.)
    Presenter: Jessica L. Reynolds, PhD, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
  • Telling Your story: CV and Personal Statement for Promotion and Tenure (Feb. 18 at noon)
    Presenter: Gustavo Arrizabalaga, PhD, Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs

Mentor Development Workshop: Communication and Work Styles (Jan. 28 and Feb. 5)

Teaching with Generative AI: From Awareness to Effective Application (Feb. 10)

This workshop introduces faculty to practical, responsible ways to integrate AI into teaching and communication through guided reflection, authentic examples, and purposeful experimentation. 

Upcoming Events

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Past Events

Fall 2025 Welcome Breakfast