The Office of Faculty Development

Welcome to Faculty Development

Announcements & Events

  • 3/28 - Film Premiere: The Climate Baby Dilemma - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in Colusa Hall
    We will be hosting the international university film premiere of The Climate Baby Dilemma to consider the implications of introducing a new human into a rapidly changing climate.
  • 3/29 - This Way to Resilience Symposium - 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Colusa Hall - Please register(opens in new window) to attend.
    Join us for a day of learning and action, featuring an expo with workshops, presentations, and discussions aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of climate change and resilience. View the list of participating organizations. 
  • 4/3 - Book in Common Public Talk - 6:30 p.m. in the Recital Hall (ARTS 150)
    Facilitated by Dr. Nandi Sojourner Crosby. This public talk is connected to reflections on the 2023-2024 Book in CommonClint Smith's How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America.
  • 4/11 - Book in Common Author Talk - 7:30 p.m. in the Laxson Auditorium
    Facilitated by Clint Smith, author of How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America.
  • 4/15 - Planning Your RTP Workshop - 2:00-3:00 p.m. in MLIB 045 and Zoom.
    Facilitated by Vice Provost of Faculty Affairs and Success, Mahalley Allen and FDEV Director, Zach Justus. This workshop is open to faculty who want an intentional and effective approach to RTP for implementation over the coming months.
  • 4/16 - Book in Common Faculty Workshop - 1:00-2:00 p.m. in ARTS 228
    Facilitated by Dr. Nandi Sojourner Crosby. The Breaking Chains, Building Bridges workshop is connected to reflections on the 2023-2024 Book in CommonClint Smith's How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America.
  • 4/19 - Summer Programs: Applications due at 11:59 p.m.
    AI Retrofit: An online program to introduce different Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.
    Shut Up and Write: A unique in person opportunity to get started on a writing project.

NCFDD Membership for Chico State faculty and graduate students

  • We are excited to announce an Institutional Membership with the NCFDD(opens in new window) for this academic year. Visit the NCFDD webpage for information on how to activate your confidential, personal membership.

The Office of Faculty Development exists to help all faculty flourish as teachers, scholars, leaders, and colleagues in a stimulating and sustainable academic environment. Read our mission statement and vision. Check out our FDEV Resources.