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The Center for Faculty Development (CFDFREEMississippi) and the Office of Online Learning (onlineFREEMississippi) are available for one-on-one consultations through email and virtual meetings.
Workshops & Events by Topic
AI Outside USM: Industry Applications of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, revolutionizing business models, workflows, and decision-making processes. This panel discussion brings together local industry leaders and employers to explore how AI is driving innovation, optimizing operations, and addressing the unique challenges faced by businesses in our community.
The panel will address key questions:
How is AI being utilized in industry?
How is AI improving efficiency and decision-making across industries and local businesses?
What are the ethical and regulatory challenges of AI-driven automation?
How are small and mid-sized businesses leveraging AI to stay competitive?
What skills do employers expect from new college graduates entering an AI-powered
workforce?
How can universities and colleges adapt curricula to better prepare students for AI-driven
careers?
Join us for an engaging discussion on the opportunities and risks of AI in industry, with insights into how businesses utilize AI and how higher education institutions can equip students with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability needed for success in an AI-powered future.
Panelists:
Kyle Stoner, MPA – Deloitte (Manager, Risk & Financial Advisory/Controllership)
Justin Bell, MBA – Horne CPA firm/Mace Partner (Manager, Talent Acquisition)
Lisa Salcedo, BBA – Hancock Whitney (VP, Retail Sales)
Haley Miles, MBA – Marvel Marketers (Manager, Account Management)
Friday, April 11, 2025
9:00 - 10:30 am
Hybrid Session: International Center, room 101 | Teams
Continued Success at Southern Miss and Beyond: A casual end-of-year conversation with Provost Nail and Associate Provost Lester
This gathering provides an opportunity to reflect upon the academic year and share
directly with the provosts your experience, ask any lingering questions, and convey
your professional aspirations for success at USM and beyond. Make plans to join us
for a casual conversation with Provost Dr. Lance Nail and Associate Provost for Faculty
Success Dr. Kelly Lester.
In-person attendance is highly recommended for this session. Please register below
so that we can send you a reminder email for the session. Email any questions you
have to CFD@usm.edu.
Thursday, April 3, 2025
3:00-4:15 pm
Hybrid Session: IC 319 | Teams
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid is beneficial to everyone in our communities. You will learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.
*NOTE: After completing the initial registration form (link below), you will receive an invitation by email (to be accepted two days prior to training date)to register with the national website. Then, you will be required to complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course prior to the in-person training. Participants who have not been enrolled by 5pm of the deadline will no longer have access to the course. If pre-work is not completed by 7am of the morning of the training, then participants will not be eligible to participate in the in-person, instructor-led class.
Friday, April 4, 2025
9:00 am-4:00 pm
In-person Training : International Center 319 | Course limit: 25 people
Registration has closed for this event.
The Process and Application for Promotion for Teaching-Track Faculty
Target Audience: Teaching-track faculty that will be going through any promotion or review process in the 2025 - 2026 academic year.
An overview of the process and required materials for the application for promotion for teaching-track faculty will be provided followed by a panel discussion of teaching track faculty who have successfully navigated promotion. Panel members will address questions and provide tips for writing the narrative essay, suggestions for evidence to include, best practices for putting together the dossier materials, and soliciting feedback and support for this process.
Panelists:
Brandon Allen, Associate Teaching Professor, School of Marketing
Laurie Neelis, Teaching Professor, School of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Friday, April 11 | 1 - 2:15 pm
Hybrid Session - International Center 319 | Teams
Applying for Promotion and Tenure for Tenure-Track Faculty
Target Audience: Tenure-track faculty that will be going through any promotion or tenure/pre-tenure review process in the 2025 - 2026 academic year.
This panel is designed for tenure-track faculty preparing for of the P&T review process and focuses on writing the narrative essay, best practices for putting together their dossier materials, and soliciting feedback before submission.
Panelists:
Banu Elmadag, Associate Professor, School of Marketing
Jacob Esplin, Associate Professor, School of Child and Family Sciences
Anna Wan, Associate Professor, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Monday, April 21 | 1:00 - 2:15 pm
Hybrid Session - International Center 319 | Teams
Discover Funding Beyond Federal Sources!
In today's evolving landscape, the Office of Research Administration’s Research Development,
Outreach, and Engagement (RDOE) team at USM is dedicated to helping you thrive! Join
us for an informative session where you'll learn about diverse funding opportunities
available outside the federal domain.
Whether you attend in person or online, this session will equip you with the knowledge to explore alternative funding sources and connect with programs that can support your research and programming needs.
Presenter:
Maurine Pace, RDOE Information Specialist, Office of Research Administration
Thursday, April 10, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Hybrid Session: IC 319 | Teams
Show Up and Write! is hosted weekly on Teams by the Center for Faculty Development (CFD), providing a quiet space for dedicated writing time. This writing group aims to support faculty, staff, and graduate student research by designating time for writing and increasing productivity through peer support and personal accountability. Join us on Teams and plan to focus time on writing an article, book chapter, grant proposal, blog, grading or another project.
Show Up and Write! will meet virtually every Thursday this spring from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 pm beginning January 30, 2025 and concluding April 24, 2025. These sessions are come-and-go as needed for your schedule and do not include peer exchange. Faculty, staff and graduate students from all disciplines and ranks are welcome to attend.
If this piques your interest, click the link below to receive a reminder/calendar invite along with the Team's information to join this supportive community.
Workshops & Events by Date
April
Every Thursday | Show up and Write! | 1:00-3:00 pm Teams
Show Up and Write! is hosted weekly on Teams by the Center for Faculty Development (CFD), providing a quiet space for dedicated writing time. This writing group aims to support faculty, staff, and graduate student research by designating time for writing and increasing productivity through peer support and personal accountability. Join us on Teams and plan to focus time on writing an article, book chapter, grant proposal, blog, grading or another project.
Show Up and Write! will meet virtually every Thursday this spring from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 pm beginning January 30, 2025 and concluding April 24, 2025. These sessions are come-and-go as needed for your schedule and do not include peer exchange. Faculty, staff and graduate students from all disciplines and ranks are welcome to attend.
If this piques your interest, click the link below to receive a reminder/calendar invite along with the Team's information to join this supportive community.
FYF: Continued Success at Southern Miss and Beyond: A casual end-of-year conversation with Provost Nail and Associate Provost Lester
This gathering provides an opportunity to reflect upon the academic year and share
directly with the provosts your experience, ask any lingering questions, and convey
your professional aspirations for success at USM and beyond. Make plans to join us
for a casual conversation with Provost Dr. Lance Nail and Associate Provost for Faculty
Success Dr. Kelly Lester.
In-person attendance is highly recommended for this session. Please register below
so that we can send you a reminder email for the session. Email any questions you
have to CFD@usm.edu.
Thursday, April 3, 2025
3:00-4:15 pm
Hybrid Session: IC 319 | Teams
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid is beneficial to everyone in our communities. You will learn
how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use
disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial
support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem
and help connect them to the appropriate care.
*NOTE: After completing the initial registration form (link below), you will receive an invitation by email (to be accepted two days prior to training date)to register with the national website. Then, you will be required to complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course prior to the in-person training. Participants who have not been enrolled by 5pm of the deadline will no longer have access to the course. If pre-work is not completed by 7am of the morning of the training, then participants will not be eligible to participate in the in-person, instructor-led class.
Friday, April 4, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
In-person Training: International Center 319 | Course limit: 25 people
Registration has closed for this event.
Discover Funding Beyond Federal Sources!
In today's evolving landscape, the Office of Research Administration’s Research Development,
Outreach, and Engagement (RDOE) team at USM is dedicated to helping you thrive! Join
us for an informative session where you'll learn about diverse funding opportunities
available outside the federal domain.
Whether you attend in person or online, this session will equip you with the knowledge to explore alternative funding sources and connect with programs that can support your research and programming needs.
Presenter:
Maurine Pace, RDOE Information Specialist, Office of Research Administration
Thursday, April 10, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Hybrid Session: IC 319 | Teams
AI Outside USM: Industry Applications of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, revolutionizing business models, workflows, and decision-making processes. This panel discussion brings together local industry leaders and employers to explore how AI is driving innovation, optimizing operations, and addressing the unique challenges faced by businesses in our community.
The panel will address key questions:
How is AI being utilized in industry?
How is AI improving efficiency and decision-making across industries and local businesses?
What are the ethical and regulatory challenges of AI-driven automation?
How are small and mid-sized businesses leveraging AI to stay competitive?
What skills do employers expect from new college graduates entering an AI-powered
workforce?
How can universities and colleges adapt curricula to better prepare students for AI-driven
careers?
Join us for an engaging discussion on the opportunities and risks of AI in industry, with insights into how businesses utilize AI and how higher education institutions can equip students with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability needed for success in an AI-powered future.
Panelists:
Kyle Stoner, MPA – Deloitte (Manager, Risk & Financial Advisory/Controllership)
Justin Bell, MBA – Horne CPA firm/Mace Partner (Manager, Talent Acquisition)
Lisa Salcedo, BBA – Hancock Whitney (VP, Retail Sales)
Haley Miles, MBA – Marvel Marketers (Manager, Account Management)
Friday, April 11, 2025
9:00-10:30 am
Hybrid Session: International Center, room 101 | Teams
The Process and Application for Promotion for Teaching-Track Faculty
Target Audience: Teaching-track faculty that will be going through any promotion or review process in the 2025 - 2026 academic year.
An overview of the process and required materials for the application for promotion
for teaching-track faculty will be provided followed by a panel discussion of teaching
track faculty who have successfully navigated promotion. Panel members will address
questions and provide tips for writing the narrative essay, suggestions for evidence
to include, best practices for putting together the dossier materials, and soliciting
feedback and support for this process.
Panelists:
Brandon Allen, Associate Teaching Professor, College of Business and Economic Development
Laurie Neelis, Teaching Professor, School of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Friday, April 11, 2025
1:00 - 2:15 pm
Hybrid Session - International Center 319 | Teams
Applying for Promotion and Tenure for Tenure-Track Faculty
Target Audience: Tenure-track faculty that will be going through any promotion or tenure/pre-tenure review process in the 2025 - 2026 academic year.
An overview of the process and required materials for the application for promotion and tenure for tenure-track faculty will be provided followed by a panel discussion by faculty who have successfully navigated this process. Panel members will address questions and provide tips for writing the narrative essay, suggestions for evidence to include, best practices for putting together the dossier materials, and soliciting feedback and support for this process.
Panelists:
Banu Elmadag, Associate Professor, School of Marketing
Jacob Esplin, Associate Professor, School of Child and Family Sciences
Anna Wan, Associate Professor, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Monday, April 21, 2025
1:00 - 2:15 pm
Hybrid Session - International Center 319 | Teams
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