Resources for Incoming Faculty

A collection of essential resources designed to support incoming faculty during their onboarding to Dietrich College.

Guidance for Faculty re: Generative AI, like ChatGPT

Vince Sha, Associate Dean of IT and Operations, and the many faculty committee members worked to explore and synthesize key information about teaching in today’s AI world. The Best Practice Guide captures the primary issues and needs. This is a living document the team will continue to update, but it is a fantastic place to either start your learning or find resources to take the next step.

Monday, September 18, 2023  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Generative AI for Teaching and Research

We will review best practices, recent developments, and generative AI pilots being conducted in Dietrich College. The workshop will also include an opportunity for faculty to ‘ask anything’ questions in consideration of how large language models (LLMs) can be integrated into teaching and research.  

Host: Vincent Sha, Associate Dean of IT and Operations

Tuesday, October 24, 2023  |  12:00 PM–1:00 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Centering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in Teaching 

Learn from colleagues at the Eberly Center about concrete strategies and examples for how to intentionally enhance DEIB in your teaching.

Host: Ayana Ledford, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Please RSVP 
RSVP Deadline: 10/13

Wednesday, November 8, 2023  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Advancing Your Research with Dietrich's Advancement Team

We will highlight several Advancement resources available to Dietrich faculty, what processes are included, and will share some case studies on how we have successfully partnered with faculty in the past. 

Hosts: 

• Adam Causgrove, Associate Director of Corporate Relations
• Liz Cooper, Associate Dean for Advancement and External Relations
• David Gardner, Development Associate

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RSVP Deadline: 10/27

Tuesday, November 14, 2023  |  12:00–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Faculty Panel: Incorporating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategies

Hear approaches from Provost’s Inclusive Teaching Fellows on how they promote DEIB strategies in their work. 

Host: Ayana Ledford, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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RSVP Deadline: 11/3

Tuesday, January 23, 2024  |  12:00–1:00 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Creating an Inclusive Syllabus 

Learn from colleagues at the Eberly Center about how to use the syllabus as a starting point to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Host: Ayana Ledford, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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RSVP Deadline: 1/12

Wednesday, February 7, 2024  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Grants 101

This workshop is designed to introduce faculty to grants and funding opportunities. Strategies will also be discussed to help faculty foster relationships with program officers.

Host: Julie Downs, Associate Dean of Research

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RSVP Deadline: 1/29

Monday, March 11, 2024  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Communicating Your Research: Media Training 

This workshop is designed to help faculty to prepare for media interviews and effectively communicate their research to the public. 

Hosts:

• Abby Simmons, Assistant Dean of Communications, Dietrich College
• Stacy Kish, Associate Director, Research Communications, Dietrich College
• Peter Kerwin, Director, Media Relations, CMU

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RSVP Deadline: 3/1

Tuesday, March 19, 2024  |  5:00–6:00 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
The Art of Negotiation

No matter your role or experience level, learning how to negotiate is an essential leadership skill to apply in every aspect of your life. Register to attend this presentation, and you will be able to recognize the barriers to making the ask, start to create your negotiation plan, and discover your bargaining power!

Host: Ayana Ledford, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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RSVP Deadline: 3/8

Monday, April 8, 2024  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Best Practices for a Faculty Search Workshop

Have you ever considered serving on a faculty search but did not feel prepared to volunteer your time and talent? Are you curious to learn more about the search process? This workshop is designed to share Dietrich College best practices for conducting faculty searches. The discussion will focus on starting a productive search, recruiting a broad and deep group of candidates, addressing unconscious bias, evaluating candidates fairly, and holding productive campus visits.

Hosts:

• Ayana Ledford, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Jeria Quesenberry, Associate Dean of Faculty

Please RSVP 
RSVP Deadline: 3/29

Monday, April 29, 2024  |  12:30–1:30 PM  |  Posner Grand Room 340
Helping Students Connect with Experiential Learning Opportunities

Dietrich College seeks to ensure that every student can participate in experiential learning activities throughout their undergraduate program. This workshop is designed to help faculty understand the variety of opportunities available for students in the college via community engagement, internships, service learning, study abroad and undergraduate research.

Host: Kim Piatt, Director of Experiential Learning

Please RSVP 
RSVP Deadline: 4/19