Institutional Partnership
We have partnered with more than 300 colleges and universities to strengthen faculty success and institutional outcomes. An NCFDD partnership is more than access to resources. It is a proven way to:
- Improve faculty retention and advancement
- Increase scholarly productivity and provide strategies to expand funding opportunities
- Build a healthier and more supportive academic culture
Every campus has unique priorities. We will work with you to design a partnership strategy that fits your culture, budget, and goals.
The Challenges We Solve Together
What we’ve heard from our 300+ partners — academic excellence needs structure and support to overcome challenges like:
Stalled Writing and Publication Pipelines
Time-blocked systems, accountability, and coaching that create steady progress.
Inconsistent Mentoring and Unclear Pathways
Network-based mentoring models and transparent career strategies.
Early-Career Attrition and Burnout
Practical tools for sustainable work habits and well-being.
Department Chair Overload
Training that helps department leaders manage people, decisions, and change.
Grant and Funding Headwinds
Concrete strategies to diversify and grow research support.
Graduate and Postdoc Completion
Structured curricula that move early scholars to milestones.
Proven Impact for Institutions and Faculty
At our partner campuses, faculty consistently highlight the benefits of NCFDD resources and programs. Over 300 institutions nationwide trust NCFDD as a partner in faculty success to see impactful benefits:
- Faculty success and advancement: Members describe greater confidence in navigating their careers, from tenure and promotion to leadership transitions.
- Productivity and momentum: Faculty use NCFDD tools to make consistent progress on writing, publishing, and funding goals.
- A stronger culture of support: Campuses value how NCFDD resources complement existing mentoring and professional development efforts, creating shared language and strategies.
“Our NCFDD institutional membership complements faculty development programming at BGSU, as many of BGSU’s programming and initiatives focus on teaching, mentoring, and service. It’s great to find creative ways to support our faculty members’ success by using the NCFDD’s resources. We’ve done flipped sessions and post-webinar discussion sessions. We also encourage faculty to participate in the 14-day writing challenge and other live events.”
Lisa Hanasono, PhD
Associate Professor
Bowling Green State University
What It Means to Partner with NCFDD
We know institutions face real challenges: retaining faculty, supporting diverse career stages, and sustaining a culture where scholars can thrive. Partnering with NCFDD is a practical solution to these challenges.
When you partner with NCFDD, you can expect:
- Campus-wide access: Every faculty member, postdoc, and graduate student receives an NCFDD membership at no cost to them.
- Proven impact on retention and advancement: Faculty gain tools that directly improve productivity, career clarity, and satisfaction.
- Targeted support for different roles: From graduate students to senior faculty and department chairs, we provide tailored programs that meet specific needs.
- Dedicated partner support: We help you launch, onboard, and engage your faculty with customizable materials and strategies.
- Regular communication & reporting: You receive engagement data and updates, along with recommendations to maximize impact.
- Flexibility to scale: Start with membership and add programs like FSP, CSP, mentoring initiatives, or workshops as your priorities evolve.
- Visible commitment to faculty success: Demonstrate that your institution invests in the well-being and advancement of its scholars.
Customizing Your Partnership Package Based on Your Needs
Every campus has different priorities, and no two faculty journeys look the same. NCFDD partnerships are designed to scale across roles and career stages, giving you the flexibility to build a package that fits your institutional goals, budget, and culture.
Our signature programs offer structured support to help faculty and leaders build sustainable habits, improve productivity, and create meaningful progress across career stages.
Faculty Success Program (FSP)
A 10-week virtual bootcamp that increases productivity, builds sustainable work habits, and improves work-life balance for tenure-track, alt-ac, and mid-career faculty.
Department Chair Success Program (CSP)
Practical training that equips new and experienced chairs to manage people, decisions, and organizational change effectively.
Rethinking Mentoring Program
A data-driven workshop series that helps leaders, mentors, and mentees strengthen and scale mentoring networks across campus.
Post-Tenure Pathfinders (PTP)
Support for mid-career and senior faculty who are navigating new priorities, leadership roles, and long-term career growth.
Teaching Toolkit (TTK)
Practical guidance on course design, student engagement, and balancing teaching with research, used by faculty across career levels.
Explore courses that target key areas like mentoring, leadership, and research funding with clear strategies you can use right away.
Rethinking Your Research Funding Course
A four-week program that helps faculty diversify and secure mission-aligned funding in today’s changing research climate.
Curated Live Webinars and Multi-Week Courses
Focused training in writing, mentoring, and research development designed for faculty and graduate students who want deeper skill-building.
Exclusive Private 14-Day Writing Challenge
A personalized institution-specific version of our popular writing challenge that creates structured accountability for your faculty community and fosters a shared culture of productivity.
Bring NCFDD experts to your campus through interactive sessions that help faculty build shared skills and apply proven practices.
In-Person Campus Workshops
Customized, on-site sessions that bring the experts directly to your campus to deliver interactive training tailored to your faculty’s needs.
Live Virtual Workshops
Customized sessions on mentoring, writing, career development, and strategic planning, designed around institutional priorities.
Join a supportive network of faculty and leaders who share strategies, accountability, and encouragement to move forward together.
NCFDD Online Member-Only Community
A private space where members at every stage of their career connect, share, and support one another.
Access a library of webinars, tools, and guides that you can use anytime to stay focused, balanced, and productive.
Core Curriculum
Foundational resources on planning, productivity, writing, and time management that support faculty and graduate students alike.
Guest Expert Webinar Recordings
Monthly sessions led by academic leaders and practitioners, open to all members.
NCFDD Member Library
Hundreds of trainings and resources available anytime for faculty and graduate students.
Dissertation Success Curriculum
Tools and strategies that help graduate students complete dissertations and develop sustainable writing habits.
How to Partner
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Our team will connect with you to learn more about your goals.
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Together, we’ll design the package that makes the most sense for your institution.
“Membership in NCFDD greatly complements our current faculty development initiatives at UNC Greensboro. NCFDD provides our faculty members with invaluable resources and support, aligning seamlessly with our institution’s mission to foster professional growth and success. Our collaboration with NCFDD offers specialized training, mentoring, and networking opportunities that empower our faculty to excel in teaching, research, and leadership roles. Together with NCFDD, we strengthen our commitment to building a diverse and inclusive academic community while promoting individual excellence and resilience among our faculty. This partnership enriches our existing faculty development efforts, ensuring that our professors have the necessary tools and support to thrive in their careers.”
Regina McCoy, MPH
Associate Vice Provost
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Related Programs
Faculty Success Program
A structured 10-week program that helps faculty build sustainable writing habits, increase productivity, and maintain work-life balance—enhancing the benefits of Institutional Membership.
Designed for:
Early Career Faculty | Alt-ac | Tenure Track | Mid-Career Faculty
Department Chair Success Program
A 12-week leadership development program designed to equip department chairs with the skills and strategies needed to lead their faculty while effectively balancing their academic responsibilities.
Designed for:
Mid-Career Faculty | Faculty Leaders | Senior Faculty
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we customize our partnership package?
Yes. Every campus has unique priorities. We’ll work with you to design a package that meets your institution’s goals, whether that’s providing universal access, supporting department chairs, strengthening mentoring networks, or funding research.
What’s included in the base partnership?
All faculty, postdocs, and graduate students at your institution receive access to the full suite of NCFDD membership resources, including the Core Curriculum, webinars, multi-week courses, writing challenges, the NCFDD Community, and the Member Library.
How are faculty onboarded once we partner?
Our team provides a simple onboarding process that includes a kickoff meeting, a digital welcome package, and customizable materials you can share across your campus.
Can we add programs later?
Yes. Many institutions begin with membership access and then add programs like FSP, CSP, or workshops as needs evolve.
How long does an institutional partnership last?
Partnerships are annual, with the option to renew each year.
Do you provide reporting on usage and impact?
Yes. Institutional partners receive participation and engagement reports, along with recommendations on how to increase awareness and usage across campus.