Faculty Development
Clemson® ELEVATE, the University's new strategic plan, addresses the critical role that faculty productivity, engagement and belonging will play in the overall success and reputation of the University. Its three fundamental pillars:
- Deliver the #1 Student Experience in the nation.
- Advance scientific search and discovery by doubling research expenditures by 2035.
- Transform lives statewide and beyond through measurable health outcomes and economic development.
Engaged and productive faculty are critical to the success of each of Clemson ELEVATE’s pillars. Whether through teaching, research, service, extension, or community engagement, faculty are key to the University’s success. The University supports faculty engagement, success, and job satisfaction through professional faculty development. Faculty development can include various programming, tools and skills development. While Clemson will apply a multipronged approach, a core area of focus for our office will be mentoring across the career stages.
The Office of Faculty Advancement has focused on Mid- and Advanced-Career Mentoring after reviewing the research documenting this as an area of need at higher education institutions. You will find more details on this initiative and general resources below to guide you through taking on a mentee or learning from a faculty peer or other peers maybe in your own mentorship.
Faculty Development Resources
Faculty Mentoring at Clemson
Mentoring for mid-career faculty not yet seeking retirement is a specific focus for the Office of Faculty Advancement.
University Faculty Mentoring Committee
Meet the team responsible for facilitating and encouraging consistent faculty mentoring practices at Clemson University.
Teaching Review and Reflection Resources
Clemson's Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation has collected a comprehensive assortment of guides, courses and more to aid you in your growth as an educator through peer observation and reviews.
Office of Faculty Affairs
As part of the Office of Faculty Affairs, the Office of Faculty Advancement is especially dedicated to encouraging professional growth and fulfillment in Clemson's faculty. For additional assistance and resources related to your tenure at Clemson, such as sabbatical, awards and general policies, visit the Office of Faculty Affairs site here.
Get help from the Office of Faculty Affairs