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Stay connected and informed with top updates, upcoming events, and useful information for University of Miami faculty.
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Join us for our upcoming Fall 2025 “Walk With a Purpose” event at the Knight Center for Music Innovation!
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The Office of Faculty Affairs invites you to register for our upcoming Promotion & Advancement Info Session! The session will cover:
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- Promotion process for regular, research, and educator/clinical tracks
- Tenure process and faculty dossier preparation
- Q&A session
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As an Institutional Member of NCFDD, we encourage faculty and academic professionals from all levels to sign up for a complimentary sub-account membership. This gives you exclusive access to online resources including an array of webinars, training, professional development programs, and mentoring support. Learn more.
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Registration closes October 24, 2025
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Upcoming Webinars & Courses
NCFDD offers a variety of webinars designed to meet the needs of faculty, postdocs, and graduate students. Our multi-week courses are intensive series offered by expert facilitators to tackle the Academy's most pressing challenges. Learn more.
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Next-Generation LMS Launching Spring 2026
The University of Miami is pleased to announce the transition to Canvas as our next-generation learning management system (LMS). This decision reflects extensive feedback from students and faculty who participated in the 2024–2025 LMS Evaluation Initiative, which included piloting Canvas alongside Blackboard. Their insights informed faculty governance's vote in favor of Canvas, recognizing its ability to better support the University’s evolving academic needs. Learn more.
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Faculty Information Sessions
Want to learn more about the Canvas transition? Join a one-hour information session open to all faculty, where we’ll share an overview and timeline of the transition project, highlight available resources, and address both pre-submitted and live questions.
Click Here to Register
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- Session 1: Wednesday October 22, 11:00am
- Session 2: Thursday, October 23, 3:00pm
- Session 3: Thursday, November 13, 9:30am
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Interactive Training Sessions
If you’d like a hands-on introduction, we invite you to register for an interactive training session covering features you’ll use every day—organizing course materials, managing assignments, and communicating with students.
Click Here to Register
Sessions run twice a week from late October 2025 through early January 2026.
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Register Now for the 2025 Faculty Showcase
UM's Platform for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (PETAL) is delighted to announce the 11th annual Faculty Showcase - an annual gathering where faculty share, network, and discover the ways in which their colleagues are enriching student experiences through innovative pedagogies and learning technologies.
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Friday, October 24, 2025, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Lakeside Village Expo Center
Click Here to Register
While we hope you'll be able to join us for the full Faculty Showcase event, feel free to attend for just part of the day based on your schedule.
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Be Part of the Impact: Support the United Way
The 2025 United Way Miami campaign is underway. Join your colleagues in making a difference for families across South Florida by pledging your support. The campaign runs through November 26, 2025. Every gift, no matter the size, helps expand healthcare, housing, education, and community resources. Give Today.
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Fall 2025 University of Miami Travel Fair
Discover exciting travel opportunities and connect directly with our travel partners. Learn about exclusive discounts and benefits available to UM employees and take advantage of special giveaways and raffles.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Shalala Student Center, Grand Ballroom
Click Here to Register
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The Writing Center at the University of Miami strives to help all members of the university community learn more about writing and become better writers. Learn more about our current faculty offerings below:
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Faculty Working Group: AI & Writing
Wondering how to assign writing in the age of AI? Join faculty from around the university to discuss ideas, workshop assignments, and learn new techniques for navigating a post-ChatGPT world. Register now.
We will meet six times this semester: 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, and 11/18. All meetings will be held via Zoom from 5:00pm - 6:30pm.
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Fall 2025 Faculty Writing Group
Online writing meetings to support your productivity will be offered on the following days and times throughout the Fall 2025 semester:
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- Wednesdays, 8:00am – 10:00am
- Thursdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
- Fridays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
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We’re thrilled to announce the continuation of the Canes Course Pack program at the University of Miami for the Fall 2025 semester. Your ongoing partnership in this program is greatly appreciated, as it greatly benefits our students. Learn more.
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The University of Miami is determined to accommodate students who wish to observe religious holy days. Please consult the Faculty Manual regarding various processes and procedures including the Religious Holy Day Policy. Learn more.
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UM Libraries hosts introductory sessions on the fundamentals of mindfulness and well-being with opportunities for guided practice, reflection, and questions. Virtual sessions are offered weekly and registration is required. Learn more.
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Why cancel class when you can rely on us? Dedicated Toppel Career Center staff offer Career Education Workshops on a variety of topics. Want an employer to present on a specific organization or industry? We can also assist with this! Learn more.
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With the Toppel Career Center’s self-service headshot photo booth, you can stop by any time during normal business hours to take a free professional headshot. The photo booth is open to all UM students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Learn more.
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All UM students, faculty, and staff are welcome to stop by the Canes Community Food Pantry during hours of operation to receive or donate items. The pantry is located in Lakeside Village Room 1054. Learn more.
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Enhance your career conversations with students, in and out of the classroom. The Faculty & Staff Engagement Hub offers a variety of helpful resources, support tools, and engagement opportunities for UM faculty and staff. Learn more.
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