The Faculty Forward Series is a professional development initiative designed to support faculty members at every stage of their academic career. Recognizing that faculty are the institution's most valuable asset, the series provides timely, relevant, and practical learning experiences that help participants excel as educators, clinicians, researchers, mentors, and leaders. Grounded in the principles of curiosity, creativity, commitment, and excellence, Faculty Forward equips faculty with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the evolving landscape of academic medicine and health sciences.

Through interactive workshops, panel discussions, expert presentations, and peer learning opportunities, the series addresses topics that contribute to both individual career success and institutional excellence. Sessions focus on areas such as leadership development, career advancement, mentorship, promotion and tenure, work-life integration, professional identity formation, scholarly productivity, and emerging trends in academic medicine.

New Faculty Orientation is offered at least twice each year to welcome new faculty to the School of Medicine and introduce them to key institutional resources, programs, and leadership. The orientation provides an overview of areas such as continuing medical education, research, library services, clinical education, and career and professional development, while also providing an opportunity to connect with fellow new faculty and members of the School’s leadership team.