University Outreach and Engagement
From Diane Doberneck, University Outreach and Engagement
The Office for Public Engagement and Scholarship in University Outreach and Engagement coordinates opportunities for faculty, academic staff, and graduate students to learn about community-engaged research.
Upcoming Educator Development Workshops
Assessment workshops are being offered: Assessment Options Beyond the Exam and Exam Design. These workshops previously ran through July and August and will be running again on December 9th. Our Assessment Options Beyond the Exam workshop will focus on formative assessments and alternatives to exams such as projects,
Upcoming Events: Late November and Early December
Here’s a quick look at some upcoming professional development events for faculty, academic staff, and academic administrators as the end of the semester draws near. We look forward to seeing you at these events.
Upcoming Talk on Institutional Change
The Academic Advancement Network is proud to be one of the co-sponsors of an upcoming presentation organized by the Center for Gender in Global Context.
Kris De Welde,
Valerie Hedges
Valerie Hedges is an Assistant Professor in the Physiology Department in the College of Natural Science at Michigan State University. Valerie teaches NEU 301 (Introduction to Neuroscience 1) and NEU 302 (Introduction to Neuroscience 2),
Values & Mission
OFASD Mission
The Office of Faculty and Academic Staff Development (OFASD) supports our colleagues as they develop productive careers reflective of their individual aspirations and helps them understand how those aspirations contribute to institutional priorities.
Virtual “Coffee Hour” for Women Department Chairs, School Directors, and Associate Deans of Non-Departmentally Organized Colleges
The series of meetings for women chairs, school directors, associate deans from non-departmentally organized colleges, and directors of academic programs similar to departments/schools will continue this year. Marilyn Amey, Assistant Provost for Faculty and Academic Staff Development (and former department chair) will host these monthly sessions.
Wed., May 9: Teaching & Learning Spring Conference Track Day 1
Wednesday, May 9
Please check in outside D-101 before attending sessions.
Tweet along! Share insights, notes, pictures, and reflections on Twitter by using the hashtag #ITeachMSU throughout the conference.
Wei Li
Wei Li grew up in China and studied Physiology and Biophysics at Peking University in Beijing. Li was fortunate to have an opportunity to participate in a mentored undergraduate research project that led to his interest in the function of antioxidant nutrient.
Welcome Dr. Ann Austin – Interim Associate Provost for Faculty and Academic Staff Development
On July 25, Provost June Piece Youatt sent the following note to the MSU Community regarding the leadership transition in the Academic Advancement Network:
Colleagues,