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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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Are you ready to connect, share ideas, and be inspired by leaders across the University of Miami? Mark your calendars and click the registration link below to join us for lunch and an engaging afternoon of conversation and connection, hosted by the ACE Leader s Network, University of Miami Chapter.
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Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Frost Institute for Chemistry and Molecular Science, Seminar Room 115
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This event is open to all UM faculty and staff employees and will focus on transformational leadership, with an emphasis on leading through times of transition and uncertainty with purpose. The discussion will explore how resilience, adaptability, and vision shape effective leadership and strengthen our University community.
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Featuring distinguished University leaders Patricia Whitely, Erin Kobetz, and Soyeon Ahn, this panel brings together accomplished voices whose leadership continues to inspire positive change across campus and beyond.
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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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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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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.
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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.
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Sessions run twice a week from late October 2025 through early January 2026.
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Thank You for Sharing Your Voice
In October, we wrapped up the 2025 Powered by You Faculty and Staff Survey, and we are excited to share that 86% of our workforce participated and submitted over 34,000 comments. Your feedback is helping shape a culture where everyone should be valued, and everyone should add value. In the coming months, organizational level results will be shared with all faculty and staff and posted on the Powered by You website. Team level results will be available to people leaders, who will receive an email when their results are ready to view on the Perceptyx platform and share with their teams, followed by action planning. Learn more.
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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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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. We will meet six times this semester: 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, and 11/18. 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 on a weekly basis. 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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