New Faculty Orientation 2024
Illinois State University’s New Faculty Orientation is designed to acquaint new faculty with the campus’ mission of creating an equitable and inclusive learning environment where faculty and students are successful. During the week of August 12-16, we have several events to introduce you to your new academic home. Select the events that meet your needs and interests. Registration is required for these events.
Register by Friday, August 2, for Welcome to Illinois State University and New Faculty Reception
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Welcome to
Illinois State UniversityRegister by Friday, August 2
Monday, August 12
Bone Student Center
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.University Residence
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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Online Orientation
These self-paced modules offer insights into important aspects of Illinois State University's shared vision and culture.
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Milner Library Orientation
An overview of how Milner Library connects with your teaching and research
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Technology Orientation
An introduction for new faculty about available technologies
Workshops
We are offering additional workshops designed just for new faculty during the week of August 12.
Welcome to ISU—Building your Networks
Register by Friday, August 2
Monday, August 12 • 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.
Bone Student Center Ballroom I
Staff from the Center for Integrated Professional Development
Staff from the Office of the Provost
The morning will begin with a welcome from Provost Ani Yazedjian. Staff from the Center for Integrated Professional Development will facilitate an introduction to teaching at Illinois State, sharing resources to help you get started with the semester. This will be followed by an introduction to research at Illinois State. The welcome event concludes with roundtable discussions centered on each participant’s college. Registration is required.
Lunch
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location:
Circus Room
Join other new faculty and visit with the Deans and the Provost Office Staff at a buffet lunch in the Circus Room.
Welcome Fair
12:30 to1:30 p.m.
Location:
BSC Ballroom III
The Welcome Fair is the venue for providing new faculty with information about campus units and services. Visit with representatives from these groups and learn what these units/organizations provide to support you as new members of the ISU community. Please see the map for the units/organizations present and visit as many tables that interest you. If you visit 10 tables and complete the “Passport to ISU” card, drop your card off as you are leaving to be entered to win prizes of ISU swag and teaching resources.
New Faculty Reception
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Location:
University Residence
New faculty and a guest are invited to a special reception hosted by President Aondover Tarhule. It will be held at the University Residence, 1000 Gregory Street, Normal, adjacent to the ISU Golf Course.
If you need an accommodation to participate in New Faculty Orientation, please contact the Center at ProDev@ilstu.edu or 309-438-2542.
Online Orientation Modules
The information in these modules is designed to be a supplement to the synchronous orientation events in August. If you have already activated your ULID, use the Illinois State login, which will allow you to pause and come back to any of the modules. If you do not yet have your ULID, you will be able to enter the module as a guest, but this will not save your progress.
- New Faculty Orientation — Introduction, Vision, and Values: Illinois State Login | Guest
- New Faculty Orientation — Meeting Our Students: Illinois State Login | Guest
- New Faculty Orientation — Faculty as Teacher: Illinois State Login | Guest
- New Faculty Orientation — Faculty as Scholar: Illinois State Login | Guest
We also have a compendium of resources for navigating Illinois State University as a new faculty member, arranged by subject.
Milner Library Orientation
Wednesday, August 7 • 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Zoom
Wednesday, August 14 • 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Milner Room 164D
Facilitators:
Jennifer Sharkey, Milner Library
Jeff Ridinger, Milner Library
Lindsey Skaggs, Milner Library
The Milner Library orientation will be held via Zoom or in-person in Milner Library, so you can choose a session that is most convenient for you. Register for either the August 7 session (Zoom) or the August 14 session (in-person at Milner Library).
This session will focus on how Milner Library connects to your teaching and research. Specifically, you will learn about
- placing items on course reserve
- options to support textbook affordability
- supporting student research with Milner resources
- working with and meeting library faculty assigned to your school or department
- funding for book purchases
- resources available for your scholarship and creative productivity
For a general overview of the library, like floor layout, library accounts, and navigating the website, peruse the online Faculty Introduction to the Library. Registration is required.
Technology Orientation
This session will be held via Zoom or in-person in Milner Library, so you can choose a session that is most convenient for you. Register for either the August 7 session (Zoom) or the August 14 session (in-person at Milner Library).
Wednesday, August 7 • 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Zoom
Wednesday, Augst 14 • 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Milner Room 164D
Facilitator:
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
This event, hosted by the Center for Integrated Professional Development, is designed to help you learn the ins and outs of university-specific technologies. The orientation will cover various technology-related topics, including My Illinois State, ULID activation, the learning management system, Canvas, and information about personal server space. Bring your questions and your 9-digit University ID number or Redbird card to the session to allow for full participation. Registration is required.
Workshops
Preparing your Syllabi
Synchronous sessions:
Two offerings:
Monday, August 12 • 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 15 • 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Locations:
Wiliams 314
Facilitators:
Mayuko Nakamura,
Center for Integrated Professional Development
Drop by at the syllabi open house and finish or polish your syllabi. If you’re done with your syllabi, we can review them for all necessary components, accessibility, and policies and practices that can help your students succeed in your class. We can also explore how you could use the first day to make it more than a “syllabi day” and have a great start to the semester! Bring your own device with you so you can work on your syllabi.
This is an open house, so you can stop in, grab a snack and leave anytime during the scheduled time. No registration required.
Getting Started with your Research
Synchronous session:
Tuesday, August 13 • 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Locations:
SFHB 366 or Online
Facilitators:
Craig McLauchlan, Office of the Provost
Jason Wagoner, Research and Sponsored Programs
Eric Boerngen, Office of Research and Graduate Studies
This interactive workshop will be led by Craig McLauchlan, Associate Vice President for Research, along with Jason Wagoner, Senior Director of Research and Sponsored Programs. You will have the opportunity to discuss what makes a successful researcher, any questions/concerns you have regarding research at ISU, and they will introduce you to resources available at Illinois State University that could be helpful for you in conducting your research.
Some of these resources involve assistance in areas including:
- planning and conducting research
- areas of research including scholarship of teaching and learning, human subjects, and animals
- resources for writing and accountability
- assistance in finding, pursuing, and managing funding (internal and external).
Participants may attend in person or online. Registration is required.
Equity in the College Classroom
Synchronous session:
Tuesday, August 13 • 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Williams Hall 314
Facilitators:
Dana Karraker, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Mayuko Nakamura, Center for Integrated Professional Development
David Giovagnoli, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Inclusive learning and teaching refer to the ways in which pedagogy, curricula, and assessment are designed and delivered to engage students in learning that is meaningful, relevant, and accessible to all. In this session, we will hear from a panel of students and discuss how we can integrate practices into our teaching so that students can feel a sense of belonging and success. Registration is required.
Canvas Workshops
The Center for Integrated Professional Development also has several workshops available to get you started with Canvas. Find a complete list of workshops on the Technology Consultations and Courses page.
New Hire Orientation
Human Resources offers a New Hire Benefit Orientation. Please contact that office for more information.