Faculty Development Opportunities at UC-COM

The Office of Faculty Affairs & Development have created new development programming for our faculty in the areas of professional development, research development, teaching and education development, and wellness. Programs in these four tracks will be offered on a monthly basis during the academic year. Complete listing of development programs being offered 2024-2025 Programs.

October 9, 2024
Enhancing Access and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities in Health Professions (CME Credit)

Facilitator

Lisa Meeks, PHD, MA - Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Michigan
Via: in-person Kresge Auditorium
Time: 1pm-3:00pm

Description

Join Dr. Lisa Meeks, Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Michigan, for an insightful presentation on strategies to improve access and inclusion for students with disabilities in health professions. This session will focus on effective collaboration with students and external partners to support those seeking accommodations during practicums, clinical internships, rotations, and residencies. Drawing from questions gathered over the past year from UC's health colleges, Dr. Meeks will cover key topics such as policy, legal considerations, and best practices for ensuring equitable access to educational and professional opportunities in the medical field.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand Key Policies and Legal Frameworks: Gain an understanding of the policies and legal requirements related to providing accommodations for students with disabilities in health professions.
2. Explore Best Practices: Identify and implement best practices for collaborating with students and external partners to facilitate effective accommodations during fieldwork.
3. Address Common Challenges: Learn strategies to address common barriers faced by students with disabilities in health profession programs.
4. Enhance Institutional Support: Develop actionable approaches to enhance institutional support and inclusivity for students with disabilities across health colleges.

October 15, 2024
The Art of Negotiation

Facilitato

Achala Vagal, MD, MS
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time: 12-1:00 pm

Learning Objectives

1. Understand negotiation steps, skills, and strategies
2. Understand the importance of active listening
3. Learn how to create a negotiation preparation checklist

October 16, 2024
Upcoming Changes to NIH Review

Facilitator

Teresa Reyes, PHD
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time: 12-1:00 pm

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the Simplified Review Framework for NIH Research Project Grant Applications
2. Appreciate the timeline for instituting the new review criteria

October 22, 2024
Fueling Your Day With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Healthy Eating

Facilitators

Megan Johnstone & Laura Hildreth
Via:Microsoft Teams
Time:12-1:00 pm

Learning Objectives

1. Explore CBT and improving eating habits and overall health
2. What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
3. Human Nutrition: Macro- and micronutrients
4. Building healthy practices to build a healthy plate

October 24, 2024
Championing Culture Building in your Department

Facilitator

Steven D Kniffley Jr., PsyD MPA ABPP HSP
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time:12-1:00pm

Description

Training will provide COM departments with practical tools needed to foster inclusive excellence for students, faculty and staff. Specifically, this training will cover the following areas: conducting a cultural audit, developing a DEI strategy at the departmental level, and assessing culture change and impact.

November 2024

• November 5, 2024 | Tips and Tricks for Time Management: Productivity, Well-being and Beyond
• November 12, 2024 | Successfully Building and Managing a Lab
• November 19, 2024 | The Power and Practice of Mindful Breath and Relaxation Techniques