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....
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How 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 More Access 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 More Access 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 More Strengthening 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 More Managing 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...
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New 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...
Read More Designing Stability in an Unstable Academic Environment
Author: NCFDD Academic careers have always involved a degree of uncertainty. But for many faculty, the current environment feels especially difficult to navigate. Funding landscapes...
Read More Strengthening 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 More Access the Recording: How to Create and Maintain Healthy Boundaries
Facilitator: Lisa Hanasono, PhDProfessorBowling Green State University Build boundaries that support productivity, balance, and long-term success. On-Demand Webinar Recording Feeling stretched thin? Saying “yes” too...
Read More The 2026 State of Faculty Development in Higher Education Survey Report
The faculty support gap in higher education is real. Over 1000 faculty and academic leaders revealed what faculty need most, and how institutions can help...
Read More Creating and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
Author: Lisa Hanasono, Ph.D. The overwhelm is real! For many academics, it seems like there always will be more work to do than can possibly...
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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.
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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.
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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