Building Connections
Welcome to the New Faculty Cohort Program: Building Connections. Designed by the Office of the Provost, this program supports and connects new tenured and tenure-track faculty, helping them navigate their transition with confidence. Through a series of engaging events, faculty will have the opportunity to:
- Explore campus and the vibrant city of Cleveland
- Build meaningful relationships with university leadership
- Connect with fellow new faculty members
- Foster collaboration across disciplines
Participating in this program not only enhances professional growth but also strengthens the sense of community, ensuring new faculty feel supported and empowered in their roles. New faculty are invited to join us and build a strong foundation for success!
Workshop #1: Igniting Research & Entrepreneurship
Date/Time: Monday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Tour Sears think[box] from 12:30-1:30 p.m. (optional)
Location: Sears think[box], First Floor (enter through the Veale Athletic Center and follow the posted signage)
Facilitators: J. Michael Oakes, Senior Vice President for Research, Office of Research and Technology Management; Michael Goldberg, Executive Director, Veale Institute of Entrepreneurship, and Claire Dorsett, Executive Director, Sears think[box]
Workshop #2: Teaching and Learning with Hololens
Date/Time: Jan. 23, 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Interactive Commons
Facilitator: Cat McAllester, Senior Director of Engagement, Interactive Commons
Workshop #3: Applying Technology and Making the Most of Our Libraries
Date/Time: Feb. 18, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: Kelvin Smith Library, Dampeer Room
Facilitators: Miro Humer, Vice President & Chief Information Officer, and Yolanda Cooper, Vice Provost and Lindseth Family University Librarian
CANCELED Workshop #4: Advancing Inclusive Excellence
Date/Time: Feb. 28, 10–11:30 a.m.
Location: Tinkham Veale University Center, Senior Class Conference Room
Facilitator: Robert Solomon, Vice President of the Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Engagement.
CANCELED Workshop #5: Title IX Information Sharing and Support, and the Core Values of CWRU
Date/Time: March 19, 9:30–11 a.m.
Location: Adelbert Hall, Room M2
Facilitators: Rachel Lutner, Vice President of Equity and Title IX Coordinator, and Lisa Palazzo, University Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer
Workshop #6: AI at CWRU
Date/Time: March 28; 11:45-12:45
Location: Adelbert Hall, Toepfer Room
Facilitators: Jeff Capadona
Workshop #7: University Marketing and Communications and Social Media
Date/Time: April 25, 12:45-1:45
Location: Adelbert M2
Facilitators: Erica Starrfield
Information on future workshops will be forthcoming!