New Faculty

Welcome to Mizzou! The Office of the Provost is planning several virtual and in-person events to welcome new faculty to Mizzou. Plans are in the works, so please check back to this website as new information and details are posted.

If you have any questions about New Faculty Orientation events or anything else that pertains to your transition to MU, please feel free to be in touch with me at kubyc@missouri.edu.

All my best,

Candace Kuby

Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs

Faculty Orientation Video

Please watch this welcome video for new faculty from the Office of the Provost.

Faculty Video

New Faculty Orientation

Monday, August 17, 2:00pm-6:00pm: Reception hosted by the Office of the Provost for new faculty members at The Shack, located in the MU Student Center at 901 Rollins St. Join us for food, music, and time to meet your new Mizzou colleagues in this lovely setting in the heart of our campus.

Tuesday, August 18, 8:00am-4:00pm: New Faculty Orientation events will take place in the south tower of Memorial Union located at 518 Hitt Street. Stay tuned for more information about the sessions on research, working with your department chair, teaching supports, the graduate school, extension and outreach, and much more!

Wednesday, August 19, 8:00am-4:00pm: New Faculty Mentor Training. Mentoring at Mizzou is a professional development opportunity for Mizzou faculty and staff who mentor graduate students, post docs, and/or faculty. The program uses Entering Mentoring curricula developed by the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research. This professional development uses an evidence-based, interactive approach designed to help mentors develop skills for engaging in productive, culturally responsive, research mentoring relationships – relationships that optimize the success of both mentor and mentees.

Click here to view specific 2026 College/School orientation events.

May 22, 2025 9:00-10:00 am

The focus of this session is on what new faculty need to know about our community and local resources. Click here to view the slides from the session.

June 2, 2025 11:00-12:00 pm

The focus of this session is on what new faculty need to know about HR, benefits, and related faculty resources on campus. Click here to view the recording of the session. Click here to view the slides from the session.

June 24, 2025 1:30-2:30 pm

The focus of this session is on what new faculty need to know as they plan their syllabi and class activities for teaching. We will discuss supports from the Teaching for Learning Center, Missouri Online, the MU Libraries, and the Mizzou Store. Information about Canvas, our web-based learning management system, will be shared. We will also announce additional workshops and sessions taking place in July and August to support you as you prepare for teaching. Click here to view the recording of the session. Click here to view the slides from the session.

2026-2027 Supports

New Faculty Webinars

Welcome to Mizzou Online

Friday, May 15, 2026 @ 12:00pm

Registration link: https://ds.libcal.com/event/16782570

This session offers a quick and helpful overview for anyone teaching online courses at Mizzou. You’ll learn:

How to get support for your online teaching at Mizzou
How Mizzou Online and UM Academic Technology work together to help you take your teaching to the next level
Where to find professional learning programs like our Online Teaching Certification Seminar and Sprint mini-courses

Growing as an Online Instructor

Monday, June 22, 2026 @10:00am

Registration link: https://ds.libcal.com/event/16782593

Exploring Online Teaching Certification introduces Mizzou instructors to the purpose, structure, and value of Online Teaching Certification. This session will explain who certification is for, how the Online Teaching Certification and flexible recertification pathways work, and why certification plays a critical role in supporting high-quality online teaching and the University of Missouri’s accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission. Whether you’re preparing to teach online for the first time or approaching your five-year recertification window, this webinar will help you understand your options, expectations, and next steps.

Welcome to Mizzou Online

Friday, July 17, 2026 @ 12:00pm

Registration link: https://ds.libcal.com/event/16782575

This session offers a quick and helpful overview for anyone teaching online courses at Mizzou. You’ll learn:

How to get support for your online teaching at Mizzou
How Mizzou Online and UM Academic Technology work together to help you take your teaching to the next level
Where to find professional learning programs like our Online Teaching Certification Seminar and Sprint mini-courses

Growing as an Online Instructor

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @2:00pm

Registration link: https://ds.libcal.com/event/16782600

AI #1: Questioning the Bot: Teaching Critical Thinking with AI

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 @ 11:30am

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN4L9rhb6eCVSsreKjuiQCrh20BnzkAdOCdajBHjOAvaa4_A/viewf orm?usp=header

Generative AI can produce answers instantly and (conﬁdently!), but that doesn’t mean those answers are accurate, thoughtful, or complete. In this session, we’ll share classroom activities that ask students to question AI-generated texts to evaluate the quality and expose gaps, biases, or inaccuracies. These critical analysis activities can help students develop 21st century media literacy skills that are useful for all disciplines and apply to the media world beyond AI, too.

Write to Reﬂect: Handwritten Journals in the WI Classroom

Friday, October 16, 2026 @ 12:00pm

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQe9hrywonG6Dk7hTJzR2ceLlElZQLwMzv-Yr25-qxOj8vAQ/viewform?usp=header

Handwritten journals oﬀer a powerful way to ensure students are thinking, processing, and engaging with course material. This workshop highlights how WI faculty across disciplines use journals to promote reﬂection, deepen learning, and reduce opportunities for AI misuse.

AI #2: Rethinking AI and Academic Integrity

Thursday, October 29, 2026 @ 12:30pm

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyho6tmyaVDZ2pQOnWVn8fGOJ8E1Vd0wd9DfQvmXmyIYIUMw /viewform?usp=header

Generative AI continues to reshape how students approach their coursework, raising important questions about authorship, accountability, and academic integrity. In this session, we’ll explore ways to address students’ AI use in WI classes beyond a rule-breaking framework. Instead, we’ll consider how assignment design, classroom conversations, and a focus on voice can invite students into more transparent, ethical engagement with AI.

The Power of Handwriting: Fostering Authentic Engagement in WI Courses

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 @ 8:30am

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX49zSwuRyLHq-Ee99vLKKkCa_jQjotAQ-GVVXY_fZ88M4UQ/viewform?usp=header

Many instructors are returning to handwritten assignments to keep students engaged in their learning. This workshop explores why handwriting slows thinking, boosts reﬂection, and supports deeper cognition—and how WI faculty are using it successfully across disciplines.

Faculty Development Appointment Groups

by appointment

Our instructional and media design teams are available to support you on a variety of topics. To register for a specific topic, click the link below:

Academic Integrity: Want to promote academic integrity while supporting student learning? Meet with an instructional designer to explore assignment design strategies, AI guidance, authentic assessments, and proactive communication approaches. We’ll help you move beyond detection tools and focus on creating learning experiences that encourage originality, transparency, and trust.
Accessibility: Is your course content inclusive and navigable for all learners? Book a session with an instructional designer to review your materials for digital accessibility. From screen-reader compatibility to closed captioning and alt-text, we’ll help you remove barriers and ensure your course meets universal design standards for every student.
Assessments & Learning Activities: Are your assessments truly measuring what students are meant to learn? Schedule a consultation to align your learning objectives, activities, and assessments for greater clarity and impact. We’ll explore strategies for designing meaningful assignments, incorporating authentic and low-stakes practice opportunities, and creating clear criteria for success. Together, we’ll ensure your course activities actively support student learning—not just evaluate it.
Canvas Organization: Is your Canvas course easy to navigate and aligned with your learning goals? Meet with an instructional designer to streamline your module structure, clarify page layouts, and improve consistency across assignments and assessments. We’ll help you organize content in a way that reduces student confusion, supports accessibility, and enhances the overall learning experience.
Community & Social Presence: Looking to build stronger connections in your online course? Schedule a consultation to explore strategies that foster meaningful interaction, instructor presence, and a sense of belonging. From discussion design to personalized feedback and low-stakes engagement activities, we’ll help you create a learning environment where students feel seen, supported, and connected.
Video Consultation: Ready to take your course videos from “webcam recording” to professional-grade content? Meet with our team to plan your scripts, discuss filming techniques, or refine your post-production workflow. Our goal is to help you create engaging, high-quality video assets that capture student attention and enhance learning outcomes.
Visual Design Consultation: Does your course need a visual facelift to improve engagement and flow? Book a session with our team to focus on layout, branding, and the effective use of imagery. We’ll work together to create a polished, professional aesthetic that simplifies navigation and keeps your students focused on the content that matters.

Additional Resources

Online Teaching: https://teaching.missouri.edu

On-Campus Teaching: https://tlc.missouri.edu

New Employee On-Boarding: https://hr.missouri.edu/new-employees/information-new-employees

Health and Benefits: https://hr.missouri.edu/benefits-and-retirement

Parking: https://parking.missouri.edu

Canvas Site

New Faculty Members have a shared Canvas site, where they will find videos, resources, and information about a variety of important topics, organizations, and offices. To access, go to https://umsystem.instructure.com and login with your MU pawprint and password.