Opportunities and adventures ahead
Well, there we are; we made it.
We loved seeing so many of you at last week's Academic Recognition Ceremony. Check out the photo gallery and program of awardees, and be sure to congratulate our colleagues.
The newsletter will take a break until September, but we won't – we'll be busy planning a new academic year of professional development programming (did you miss a session you were looking forward to this year? Check out our new workshop archive). As we plan, we'd love to hear from you. We value the growth and development of our academic personnel and are committed to understanding how we can better support you in your professional journey.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts on the professional development sessions provided by WSU or external organizations, the support you need to achieve your goals, and your preferred formats for these opportunities. Your input is invaluable in shaping our future efforts to foster a thriving academic environment.
We've wrapped up another semester, and we know you could all use some rest and relaxation, so keep reading for some suggestions on low- to no-cost activities to enjoy in and around Detroit this summer.
Upcoming deadlines
Academic Staff with ESS Professional Development Program (Deadline: May 15)
Faculty Professional Development Program (Deadline: May 15)
Coming up at the NCFDD
May
2 p.m. Thursday, May 8 | LIVE ON ZOOM: Every Summer Needs a Plan
2 p.m. Thursday, May 15 | LIVE ON ZOOM: What I Wished I Would Have Known About Being an Interim Leader
June
2 p.m. Thursday, June 12 | LIVE ON ZOOM: SKILL #5: Moving from Resistance to Writing
Noon, Tuesday, June 17 | LIVE ON ZOOM: 5 Secrets to a Super Productive Semester
More events from the NCFDD
Be a tourist in your own town
- Visit the Detroit Institute of Arts – General admission is completely free for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
- See Detroit's Historical Museum – $10 admission, or free with membership; "Detroiter" Membership is available at no cost to residents of Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park.
- Take a self-guided walking tour from The City Institute.
- Get to know Detroit's historic neighborhoods – with a guide from the library, or by exploring them one by one, from Midtown to Corktown, or Greektown to Rivertown, and beyond. There's something for everyone.
- Spend a day on the Detroit Riverfront – hosting over 3 million visitors annually, there are multiple events on any given week during the summer, and it's a great place to walk or hang out.
- Explore the Dequindre Cut – Famous for its examples of urban art and graffiti, the greenway features a 20-foot-wide paved pathway that includes separate lanes for pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
- Visit Eastern Market – explore the murals and browse the diverse selection of vendors, offering everything from jewelry and art to produce and tacos. This month, the flower market will be held every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Explore Belle Isle:
- Stuck inside? Turn your smart TV or extra monitor into a living window on the world with a live webcam, or take a mini vacation with a recorded tour:
Sara Kacin, Assistant Vice Provost
Faculty Development & Faculty Success
If you have questions, please reach out to FacultySuccess@wayne.edu.
