New Faculty Orientation
New Faculty Welcome Reception
In partnership with the Office of the EVC/Provost, we are excited to announce that we are hosting an in-person event to celebrate all our new faculty members who have joined us from AY20-21 to present. We look forward to spending time together celebrating the beginning of a new school year with everyone who has joined the UCM faculty over these past few years.
For event questions, please contact vpap@ucmerced.edu
Faculty of Color Social
Friday, September 2 from 3-4 pm
7th Annual Faculty Convocation
Please join us in honoring distinguished faculty, recognizing our new faculty members, and congratulating those who have been promoted. Reception to follow immediately after program concludes.
For event questions, please contact vpap@ucmerced.edu
October Faculty Social Hour
Thursday, October 20 from 4:30-5:30 pm
SE2 Solar Breezeway
I am pleased to announce the first of our monthly Faculty Social Hours, a series that is making its long-awaited return this semester. At our first event, we will be recognizing the recent accomplishments of two members of our Faculty: Sarah Kurtz, for her election to the National Academy of Engineering and her designation as a Fellow in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; and Jessica Trounstine, for being named to the 2022 Class of Andrew Carnegie Fellows.
Please join us for this opportunity to celebrate these significant achievements, socialize with other faculty and campus leaders, and enjoy some refreshments and appetizers. We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP here by Thursday, October 13th
November Faculty Social Hour
Thursday, November 17 from 4-5 pm
The California Room
Questions? Contact vpap@ucmerced.edu
Department Chair Workshops
Current Challenges in the Faculty Advancement & Promotion Process
The Teaching Professor Series
Rebuilding Departmental Community
Department Chair Retreat
Questions? Please email VPAP@ucmerced.edu.