New and Early Career Faculty
The Center provides special support for both tenure- and non-tenure-track faculty members in their first four years of service at Illinois State University.
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Early Career Learning Community
Join your peers in this open and welcoming environment designed to reduce your stress and increase your success! Explore topics which inform your teaching, scholarship, and career advancement.
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Consultations
Get a new perspective on your teaching through a variety of consultations offered by Center staff and their partners.
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Discover ways to promote EDI in your classes and across campus and explore ways to build a community of learners, deal with challenging subject matter, and meet the needs of a diverse student population.
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National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity
This nationally-recognized, independent organization provides online career development and mentoring services for faculty, post-docs, and graduate students. Members of the Illinois State community can join for free.
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New Faculty Orientation
NFO acquaints new faculty members with the campus’ mission of creating an equitable and inclusive learning environments. Join in mid-August for a number of in-person and online events.
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Grants
The Center and its partners provide financial support for a variety of projects, ranging from improving learning outcomes through evidence-based practices to scholarship to travel. Some grants have application deadlines, while others are available at any time, depending on funding resources.
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University Faculty Support Network
The University Faculty Support Network (UFSN) promotes an environment of support that encourages the personal and professional development of faculty. The program is aimed at faculty within their first three years at Illinois State.
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Get Help
Not sure what you're looking for? You can always email the Center at ProDev@ilstu.edu or call (309) 438-2542.
We also offer other services like Opscan test evaluation and poster production.