In the Midst of Challenge, Raise a Salute!
By Ann E. Austin
As we look toward the end of the semester, we usually feel growing anticipation for the celebrations of the season and the successes of our students.
Celebrating Academic Leadership Program (ALP) Fellows
By Cindi Leverich
One of the most successful Big Ten Academic Alliance leadership initiatives is the Academic Leadership Program (ALP). Established in 1989,
Tributes to Terry Curry
For the last 13 years, Theodore H. (Terry) Curry has served the Michigan State University community as associate provost and associate vice president for Academic Human Resources. In this role,
AAN Instructional Fellowships Wrap Up a Productive Year
By Patti Stewart
Typically, at this time of year, we would be celebrating a number of milestones, such as graduations and other important life events. Considering the implications of the global pandemic we’re experiencing,
Faculty Emeriti Recognition Awards
In the spring of every year, the Faculty Emeriti Association, in collaboration with the Academic Advancement Network recognizes outstanding contributions by an individual faculty emeritus/emerita. The purpose of this award is to recognize the activities of retired faculty who have made significant contributions to the MSU Community or their unit.
Dr. Dorinda Carter Andrews, Chair of Top-Ranked Teacher Ed. Dept., Reflects on Steps to Becoming a Successful Leader
By Gregory Teachout
When Dr. Dorinda Carter Andrews came to Michigan State University in 2005, she was immersed in her work as an assistant professor. While her research,
College of Social Science Dean’s Research Associate and Distinguished Senior Scholars Programs
By Nwando Achebe, Jack and Margaret Sweet Endowed Professor, Faculty Excellence Advocate, College of Social Science
In 2018, the College of Social Science (CSS) launched two major faculty diversity initiatives,
The Diversity Research Network: Institutional Mentoring meets Innovation
By Deborah J. Johnson, PhD
Now in its fourth year, the Diversity Research Network (DRN) is intended to support and be facilitative of faculty of color and diversity scholars and to elevate their work and networking where possible.
Thriving at Michigan State University
Each February, the Academic Advancement Network in collaboration with Academic Human Resources hosts its annual series of “Thriving at Michigan State University” workshops. These sessions provide faculty and academic specialists with important information and strategies on how to be successful in their careers at our institution.
The Necessity of a Mentoring Program for Fixed-Term Faculty and Academic Specialists
By: Sonja Fritzsche
Fixed-term faculty and academic staff often do not have the same access to a means of socialization into academic life as tenure-stream faculty.