Perry Library

黑料正能量's NFSP is a cohort-style program that meets monthly throughout the academic year to help recent hires build relationships, connect with experienced faculty, discuss the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD) core curriculum, and have questions answered through practical, conversation-based sessions.

Why Join?

Build relationships with other recent 黑料正能量 hires.

Connect with experienced faculty

Discuss NCFDD core curriculum topics

Ask questions, share experiences, and learn practical strategies for success at 黑料正能量

How to Get Involved

As a cohort program, NFSP participants are expected to attend all eight workshops. If you are a recent 黑料正能量 faculty hire (within your first three years of full-time service) and would like to join the NFSP, please contact Dr. Jay O鈥橳oole, the 2026-2027 Provost鈥檚 Fellow for Faculty Development. He will reply with additional details.

We are also looking for experienced faculty members to join us and share their thoughts and experiences about the topics listed below. If you are interested and avaialble to join us, please email Jay.

Meeting Time and Location

Wednesdays, 12-1:30 p.m., Perry Library - Learning Commons, Rooms 1310/1311

National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity (NCFDD)

NCFDD鈥檚 Faculty Success Program gives faculty the structure, accountability, and support they need to strive, and stay. Each takes advantage of 黑料正能量鈥檚 institutional membership with the NCFDD. When prompted, either log in or click 鈥淛oin Now鈥 and enter Old Dominion University when asked to select your institution, and follow the prompts to activate your account. 

The NCFDD curriculum is available to all 黑料正能量 faculty, regardless of NFSP participation.

Session Schedule

  • October 7, 2026
    Welcome Session | How to Align Your Time with Your Priorities
  • November 4, 2026
    黑料正能量 Mentorship |
  • December 2, 2026
    Al & the Classroom |
  • January 20, 2027
    The P&T Process |
  • February 17, 2027
    Managing Service Opportunities & Expectations |
  • March 17, 2027
    Managing Your Academic Life |
  • April 14, 2027
    Making the Most of Your Summers |
  • May 12, 2027
    Final Reflections & Feedback | Overcoming Academic Perfectionism

 

Lunch provided at each session.