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!
New Faculty Reception with President and Mrs. Kaler
Date/Time: Sep. 1, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Harcourt House
Hosts: President and Mrs. Kaler
New Faculty and Families Spartan Football Game
Date/Time: Sep. 19, 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: DiSanto Field Wyant Club
Hosts: Provost Joy Ward and Travis Apgar, Vice President for Student Affairs
Workshop #1: Igniting Innovation
Date/Time: Oct. 6, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Sears think[box], First Floor (enter through the Veale Athletic Center and follow the posted signage)
Facilitator: Claire Dorsett, Executive Director, Sears think[box]
New & Returning Faculty Wine Tasting
Date/Time: Oct. 22, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Wine Spot, Cleveland Heights
Host: The Office of Faculty Advancement and Postdoctoral Affairs
Workshop #2: Teaching and Learning with Extended Reality
Date/Time: Nov. 2, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Interactive Commons
Facilitator: Mark Griswold, Faculty Director, Interactive Commons
Workshop #3: Mentoring and Advising Students, Staff, and Postdocs
Date/Time: Jan. 25, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: KSL LL06A
Facilitator: Marvin Nieman, Vice Provost and Dean for Graduate Studies
Workshop #4: Building Robust Proposal Development Practices for Greater Funding Success
Date/Time: Feb. 24, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: KSL LL06A
Facilitator: Juliann Reineke, Senior Director of Proposal Development, SPARC
Workshop #5: Building a Mentoring Network
Date/Time: Mar. 19, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: TBD
Facilitators: Danny Manor, Faculty Director, the Office of Faculty Advancement and Postdoctoral Affairs
New Faculty and Families Picnic at the CWRU University Farm
Date/Time: Apr. 24, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: 37125 Fairmount Blvd. | Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
Hosts: Deputy Provost for Academic Strategic Initiatives Lee Thompson and the Office of Faculty Advancement and Postdoctoral Affairs