ABAC 3.2.7.2.4 -- Professional Development

The College encourages faculty members to continue their professional development throughout their careers and provides a mechanism through which they may receive financial and other support. In addition to seminars, workshops, and programs provided on campus, faculty are offered opportunities to attend professional meetings or upgrade skills through participation in conferences or seminars, to complete additional graduate work, or to take educational leaves of absence.  Travel awards for individual faculty are administered through the academic schools.

Faculty members are encouraged to associate with recognized professional organizations in their disciplines. Individual membership in such organizations, however, cannot be paid by the College. Staying abreast of advances in pedagogy and discipline content is essential for excellence in teaching and instructional effectiveness. For information on how professional development is related to the promotion and tenure process, please see the Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure.