Announcements
- UNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty WorkloadApproved by the UNCG Board of Trustees, May, 21 2024 April 25, 2024 I. Purpose: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s mission is to “redefine the public research university for the twenty-first century as an inclusive, collaborative, and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves.” Faculty … Continued
- Draft April 25, 2024: UNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty WorkloadUNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty Workload Draft April 25, 2024 I. Purpose: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s mission is to “redefine the public research university for the twenty-first century as an inclusive, collaborative, and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves.” Faculty members are … Continued
- Draft March 18, 2024: UNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty WorkloadDraft March 18, 2024 UNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty Workload I. Purpose: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s mission is to “redefine the public research university for the twenty-first century as an inclusive, collaborative, and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves.” Faculty are one … Continued
- Draft February 1, 2024: UNCG Policy and Regulations on Faculty WorkloadThe University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s mission is to “redefine the public research university for the twenty-first century as an inclusive, collaborative, and responsive institution making a difference in the lives of students and the communities it serves.” Faculty are one of the cornerstones of this institutional mission, and they contribute to the mission through a variety of work activities, as recognized in the UNC System Policy on Faculty Workload (400.3.4). These activities include, but are not limited to, teaching, mentoring, and advising; research, scholarship, and creative activities; community engagement and directed professional activities; and institutional, professional, and public service. Continue reading…
- Leadership Change in the College of Arts and SciencesJanuary 16, 2024 Dear College of Arts & Sciences faculty and staff, Dr. John Z. Kiss, who has served as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) since 2016, has been named Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Florida Institute of Technology, effective May 1, 2024. Dr. Amy Adamson has … Continued
- Faculty Email Update September 2023September 7, 2023 Dear Colleagues, I hope your semester is off to a great start. Here is a quick update on matters of importance and opportunities. Academic Portfolio Review You can now access several documents related to the Academic Portfolio Review. These include: Workload Policy The UNC System has developed a new System faculty workload … Continued
- UNCG Residential Colleges to ExpandUNCG is proud to expand opportunities for residential college (RC) learning. Beginning in the Fall of 2024, there will be four Residential Colleges at UNCG, each delivering programming around an over-arching theme, but all working in concert to create truly excellent residential and academic experiences for students: These themes were carefully chosen to reflect the … Continued
- 2023 Call for Nominations for Honorary DegreesAugust 7, 2023 MEMORANDUM To: UNCG Faculty and StaffFrom: Debbie Storrs, Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor Beth Fischer, Vice Chancellor of University AdvancementRE: Nominations of Candidates for Honorary Degrees Colleagues, The Committee on Honorary Degrees invites you to identify people who would be good candidates for honorary degrees to be granted at a future commencement ceremony. The purpose for awarding honorary degrees includes the following: … Continued
- Fall 2023 Message to the FacultyAugust 7, 2023 Dear faculty, Welcome back to campus for the Fall 2023 Semester and the new academic year. Please reviewthis message to learn about organizational changes, fellowship opportunities, and the many waysthat faculty may engage in important University initiatives. Portfolio Review The Portfolio Review Task Force (PRTF) met over the summer and has made … Continued
- James E. Holshouser, Jr. Award – Call for NominationsMEMORANDUM Date: August 2, 2023 To: UNCG Faculty and Staff From: Provost Debbie Storrs Re: James E. Holshouser, Jr. Award – Call for Nominations The James E. Holshouser Award for Public Service, formerly known as the Public Service Award, was created in 2007 to encourage, identify, recognize, and reward public service by faculty of the … Continued
- Preparation for Teaching in Fall 2023 – Teams, AI, Canvas, and Syllabi UpdatesDear Colleagues, We are reaching out to share information as we prepare for Fall 2023 and the new academic year. With the ongoing transition to Microsoft Teams and the growing availability of generative artificial intelligence, we want to make sure you have the resources you need. Synchronous online classes For Fall 2023, you have the option to … Continued
- UNC Resilience ProgramJune 30, 2023 Dear faculty and staff, Our students are worthy, deserving, and capable of completing their degrees at UNCG. Cultivating resiliency is a significant factor in ensuring students’ academic success. We know that engaged faculty and staff directly impact student performance, retention, and resiliency. To amplify students’ resilience, the UNC System has partnered with The University of … Continued
- Academic Portfolio Review & Timeline – UpdatedOffice of the Provost April 6, 2023(Timeline updated on 4/2023) This document is intended to provide information for the entire University community about the recently launched UNCG Academic Portfolio Review initiative. As indicated below, dozens of key individuals representing numerous faculty and staff committees and leadership groups have been engaged in this broadly participative effort. … Continued
- Invitation to 5/2 Data Dashboard Town Hall and updates from the ProvostDear Faculty, Before the semester comes to a close, I wanted to give you an update and reminder regarding several items that I hope you will find to be of interest. Last week you received an email describing the final Academic Portfolio Review Process and timeline, which has also been posted here. I’m pleased to … Continued
- Academic Data Dashboards UpdateSince the last project update on March 23, 2023, rpk GROUP (rpk) has continued to engage multiple stakeholder groups with project updates. The Data Team has continued to meet regularly and has confirmed that the dashboard will initially include academic years 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022. Data for course, faculty, and academic programs will be extracted … Continued
- Academic Portfolio Review Task Force NominationsTo: UNCG Faculty and Staff From: Provost Debbie Storrs RE: Nominations for Service on the Academic Portfolio Review Task Force due April 4, 2023 I welcome nominations from faculty and staff to serve on the Academic Portfolio Review Task Force. It will be critical to have diversity within the task force by unit, role, and … Continued
- Update from Provost Storrs – March 2023Dear faculty and staff, As you know, significant change is needed at UNCG. This email is long, but I am committed to keeping you informed and getting your input. Please take the time to read through this. As many of you know, the UNC System recently instituted a new funding model, which provides different amounts … Continued
- One UNCG “The Art of Health” Faculty GatheringDear faculty, The Office of the Provost, the Weatherspoon Art Museum, and Faculty Senate invite you to join us for a special faculty gathering on Thursday, March 23rd from 4:30–6 pm. The gathering is the third in a series of events designed to deepen our connections, share what it means to be part of the … Continued
- Budget Reductions for 2023-24February 7, 2023Re: Budget reductions for 2023-24 Dear UNCG Leaders, Thank you for your budget reduction scenarios and the many discussions we have had about them and their implications. After a comprehensive and holistic review of all budget reduction scenarios and informed by our discussions, I have made the final decisions on 2023-24 permanent reductions … Continued
- Spring 2023 Welcome Back MessageDear colleagues, Welcome back to spring semester. I hope you enjoyed your break and found time for fun, family, and rest. Please see below for an update on several pertinent items: If you are in need of support and haven’t already done so, please consider using Ginger, an on-demand emotional and mental health support resource … Continued
Announcing Two Provost Faculty Fellows
September 21, 2021
September 21, 2021 To: UNCG Faculty From: Provost Debbie Storrs RE: Announcing Two Provost Faculty Fellows I am delighted to announce two new provost faculty fellows are joining the UNCG academic leadership team. Professor Regina McCoy will serve as Provost Fellow for Student Success, and Professor Tracy Nichols will … Continued
Call for Faculty Liaison for UNC System Free Expression Survey
September 1, 2021
September 1, 2021 To: UNCG Faculty From: Debbie Storrs, Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor Sarah Daynes, Chair, Faculty Senate RE: Call for Faculty Liaison for UNC System Free Expression Survey The University of North Carolina System office is replicating an independent survey of Carolina students on the topic … Continued
Call for Nominations James E. Holshouser, Jr. Award for Public Service
August 13, 2021
August 13, 2021 MEMORANDUM TO: UNCG Faculty & Staff RE: Call for Nominations James E. Holshouser, Jr. Award for Public Service The James E. Holshouser Award for Public Service, formerly known as the Public Service Award, was created in 2007 to encourage, identify, recognize, and reward public service by … Continued
BOG Award for Excellence in Teaching & Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards-Call for Nominations
August 13, 2021
August 13, 2021 To: UNCG Faculty & Staff From: Provost Debbie Storrs and the Teaching Awards Selection Committee RE: Call for Nominations for the 2021-22 BOG Award for Excellence in Teaching & Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards Provost Storrs and the Teaching Awards Selection Committee invite members of the UNCG … Continued
2021-22 Faculty Fellow Opportunities
August 9, 2021
August 9, 2021 RE: 2021-22 Faculty Fellow Opportunities I know firsthand how faculty support, mentoring, and professional development opportunities can broaden experience, open career pathways, and enhance one’s ability to impact the institution and profession in new ways. I am committed to supporting such opportunities for faculty and staff at … Continued
Student Athlete NIL
August 9, 2021
August 9, 2021 I write to you today regarding a significant change in circumstances that can have a large impact on our student-athletes. As you may know, a recent opinion issued by the U.S. Supreme Court allows students-athletes to use their name, image, and likeness (NIL) and be compensated. Although … Continued
Required UNCG syllabus language
August 3, 2021
Required UNCG syllabus language Approved by Faculty Senate on July 29, 2021 As we return for fall 2021, the campus community must recognize and address continuing concerns about physical and emotional safety, especially as we will have many more students, faculty, and staff on campus than in the last … Continued
2021-22 Assisting Students in the Classroom During COVID-19 General Tips and FAQs for Faculty
August 3, 2021
Link to Tips and FAQ information: Assisting Students in the Classroom During COVID-19