Detroit Mercy Faculty Formation Program

Short Program Description:

The goal of the University of Detroit Mercy’s year-long Faculty Formation Program is to engage new and returning faculty in transformative conversations about their role as faculty members and their place in Jesuit, Mercy, and Catholic higher education. Equally important is creating strong, mutually-supportive relationships between and among new and established University faculty. Finally, the program provides a space for mentorship and dialogue throughout faculty members’ first year at the University.

Program Goals/Intended Outcomes:

Topics:
– Planning Ahead for Tenure and Promotion: Teaching Research, and Service
– Engaging in and with the Catholic Intellectual Tradition
– Teaching at Its Best
– Speaking Jesuit; Doing Mercy
– Mission and Research
– Balancing Work and Life as a New Faculty Member
– What Does it Mean to Educate for Justice?
– Community and Hospitality: End of Year Celebration

How long does it take to complete the program?: Multiple days

Total Program Length: One year

Key University/Other Partners: Office of Mission Integration (supports hospitality for gatherings); Office of Academic Affairs

Funding Source(s): Mission Integration Office underwrites the cost

Stipends Paid or Other Participant Benefits: Release Time

Program Material 1: Detroit Mercy Faculty Formation Program