What To Expect
Faculty turnover continues to impact many colleges and universities across the nation, hindering their ability to advance student outcomes, align curriculums with market needs, and maintain continuous academic innovation.
In this panel discussion, four higher education professionals discuss how they attract and retain faculty members at their universities. Equip yourself with actionable insights and practical tools for creating a more engaged, satisfied, and loyal faculty body for continued institutional success.
You’ll learn how to:
- Identify and recruit faculty candidates who align with your institution’s mission and values.
- Structure onboarding to foster a sense of belonging and accelerate the integration of new faculty members into your academic community.
- Reduce faculty burnout and turnover using strategies like professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, and more.
- Overcome various other challenges that many institutions face in hiring and retaining accomplished faculty amid increased competition for top talent.
Speakers:
- Dr. Angelique Smith, Senior Director Faculty Affairs & Development, Full Sail University
- Dr. Mickey Hepner, Ph.D., Dean, College of Business, Austin Peay State University
- David Whaley, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Education and Human Services, Murray State University
- Melissa G. Welborn, Senior Director, Faculty Review Systems, Clemson University
Moderators:
- Cassidy Persson, Client Success Manager, Watermark
- Nicole Wilder, Principal Product Manager, Watermark
This webinar was presented in partnership with Inside Higher Ed.
