Build More Structure, Support, and Momentum in Your Academic Career Academic work can feel overwhelming when writing, teaching, service, and long-term goals all compete for...
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How to Choose the Right Faculty Development Opportunities This Summer
Author: NCFDD Summer can feel deceptively open at first. The semester ends, meetings slow down, and many faculty finally have room to think about the...
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A Practical Teaching Toolkit for AI Get practical tools to reduce teaching workload, improve assessment and grading, and make clear decisions about AI without lowering...
Read MoreDepartment Chair Success Program (CSP) Overview
Want to Know if the Department Chair Success Program Is Right for You? Discover how this proven 10-week virtual Download the CSP Program Guide to get...
Read MoreEvery Summer Needs a Plan
Facilitator: Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha, PhDAssistant DeanTufts University Plan Your Most Productive—and Balanced—Semester Yet On-Demand Webinar Recording Did you start this semester with big writing goals—only to...
Read MoreWhat Is Faculty Development?
Faculty development is often described as professional development for faculty. While technically accurate, that definition no longer captures the full scope of what development includes....
Read MoreHow to Plan a Productive Summer Without Burning Out
As we continue the Summer of Faculty Development series, one thing becomes clear quickly: summer rarely feels as open as faculty expect it to. After...
Read MoreAccess the Recording: The State of Faculty Development: Bridging the Faculty Support Gap
Facilitator: Joy Gaston-Gayle, PhDProfessorNorth Carolina State University What faculty need is changing. Is your support keeping up? On-Demand Webinar Recording In this webinar, we shared...
Read MoreAccess the Recording: Executive Function and Student Success
Facilitator: Brandon Slade, EdSFounder, Untapped Learning | School Psychology | Teacher | Executive Function Coach Learn how small, strategic teaching shifts can strengthen students’ planning,...
Read MoreStrengthening Faculty Support Systems Beyond Informal Networks
Author: NCFDD Faculty support systems are central to research productivity, mentoring continuity, academic leadership development, and long term faculty retention strategies. Any effective faculty development...
Read MoreManaging Stress by Shifting Self-Talk
Author: Elizabeth Odders-White, PhD We all know how challenging life in academia can be, and it seems to get harder every year. The intense and...
Read MoreNew Survey: Faculty Support Falls While Pressure Rises, Faculty Well-Being Declines Dramatically Amid Funding Cuts
More than 70% of faculty report cuts in professional development while nearly two-thirds report declining well-being, raising concerns about long-term impacts on teaching, research and...
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Faculty Wellbeing
Burnout and stress are at an all-time high. NCFDD provides resources and programs that help faculty manage workload, set boundaries, and prioritize well-being—leading to greater job satisfaction and long-term success.
Faculty
Mentoring Solutions
Traditional mentoring structures often leave faculty without the support they need. Our innovative, scalable approach ensures that every faculty member has access to mentorship that fosters growth, connection, and career advancement.
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Explosive Productivity
From balancing research and teaching to meeting publication goals, faculty need proven strategies to maximize productivity. NCFDD’s tools and frameworks help faculty stay focused, meet deadlines, and achieve their professional goals—without sacrificing work-life balance.
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14-Day Writing Challenge
The 14-Day Writing Challenge helps faculty build sustainable writing habits in a supportive, low-pressure environment. By setting manageable daily goals and connecting with peers, you’ll make steady progress on your writing projects while reducing stress and avoiding burnout.
Designed for:
Graduate students | Early Career | Alt-ac | Tenure Track | Mid-Career Faculty | Senior Faculty
Institutional Membership
NCFDD’s Institutional Membership gives you access to the structure, support, and resources needed to manage workload, set boundaries, and create a sustainable career. With research-based strategies for time management, productivity, and work-life balance, you’ll learn how to reduce stress while staying engaged in your work. Through the Core Curriculum and a supportive community, Institutional Membership helps you build habits that prevent burnout and support long-term success.
Designed for:
Graduate students | Early Career | Alt-ac | Tenure Track | Mid-Career Faculty | Senior Faculty