The Faculty Development Committee's responsibilities include matters pertaining to policies involving professional growth, the development of research and teaching facilities, sabbaticals, and faculty development. Specifically, it focuses on initiatives to support professional development, mentoring, and advancement opportunities for faculty members and oversees policies and procedures related to faculty recruitment, hiring, and admissions processes. The Committee recognizes and celebrates faculty achievements through awards, honors, and recognition programs and oversees policies and programs related to research activities, funding opportunities, and scholarly endeavors of the faculty.
Membership
| Senator | College | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson Kristín Jónína Taylor | College of Fine Arts and Media | 2028 |
| John Lyden | College of Arts and Sciences | 2027 |
| Namkung Oh | Public Affairs and Communication | 2027 |
| Cynthia Robinson | College of Arts and Sciences | 2026 |