The semester is in full swing
That was fast! Just last month, we welcomed you back to campus, and now it's time to think about midterm grades (due by October 16). Now is a great time to take the temperature of your course with a Mid-Semester Assessment Program (MAP) from the Office for Teaching and Learning. We've also officially transitioned to Fall; hopefully, the seasonal changes are a source of joy rather than anxiety. As we prepare for sweater weather, we still want to hear from you about your preferences regarding using social media professionally or for academic purposes. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts, then check out our upcoming professional development opportunities and deadlines below. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act reviewThe start of a new semester is a good time to take a few moments to review FERPA guidelines: FERPA, or the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. It grants students the right to inspect and review their records, request amendments for inaccuracies, provide consent for disclosures, and file complaints regarding non-compliance. FERPA violations can impact the university's ability to dispense federal financial aid; all faculty and employees of Wayne State have a legal responsibility to protect student education records. This includes keeping student information secure and only sharing it for legitimate reasons. To play it safe, don't discuss information on your students with anyone besides the student without express permission from the registrar. More information about FERPA can be found at the office of the University General Counsel, the Office of the Registrar, and the U.S. Department of Education. Coming up this monthOctober faculty chat
Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a refreshing break. We look forward to seeing you there! (This is an informal drop-in session; Zoom registration is being used merely to facilitate automatic reminders.)
Title IX: What you need to know | New faculty seminar series
Introduction to SDS | New faculty seminar series
Harnessing the power of words
If you have ever wondered how to ensure your award applications showcase your work in the best possible light, this panel aims to provide answers. Panelists will share valuable insights and strategies that can help you learn to excel at promoting yourself and your work through writing and ensure that your application grabs the spotlight.
Upcoming deadlinesClick the name of the program for more details and to apply: Academic Staff with ESS Professional Development Program (Deadline: Oct. 31) While we're talking deadlines, as far as non-institutional ones go, don't forget that October 21 is Michigan's deadline to register to vote if you're registering online or by mail. Of course, you can register at any time up to 8 p.m. on Election Day at your city or township clerk’s office. You can check your voter registration status at any time on the Secretary of State's website. Coming up at the NCFDD2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 | How to Engage in Healthy Conflict They say academics are notoriously conflict-avoidant, and the inability to manage conflict can result in negative physical, emotional, and relational consequences for tenure-track faculty. Learn early in your career to master the skill of healthy conflict so that you can effectively manage conflicts as they arise and avoid carrying around negative energy, anger, and resentment. 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22 | How To Effectively And Efficiently Revise And Resubmit Your Manuscript Join Dr. Haley Horstman in this insightful webinar, where you'll learn to tackle the “revise and resubmit” (R&R) process for academic journals with confidence. Using narrative theory principles, Dr. Horstman will guide you on how to craft the story of your revision and resubmission. Key topics include managing overwhelm, organizing reviewers' feedback, strengthening your manuscript, and writing an impactful letter to the editor/reviewers.
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The Office of Faculty Affairs and Development is excited to invite you to join us for the first of several informal virtual coffee breaks at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16. These will be a great opportunity to take a breather, connect with colleagues, ask questions, or discuss a variety of topics in a relaxed setting.
Join us at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, for a webinar with WSU’s Title IX Director Brandy Banks to understand your Title IX reporting responsibilities at WSU and your critical role in cultivating an equitable and respectful learning environment. In this session, we will also cover the University’s Title IX Policy and support resources available to WSU students and employees.
Join us at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, for this informational seminar with Student Disability Services (SDS). During this session, faculty will see an overview of disability services, including SDS procedures, faculty and student rights & responsibilities, how faculty can support students with disabilities, and course accessibility. Representatives will also be available for a Q&A.
Join the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, for a virtual panel focusing on the art of self-promotion in the world of awards, grants, and promotion and tenure packets.
Sara Kacin, Assistant Provost