To provide individual faculty support and guidance, the Faculty Mentoring Program Director:
- Responds to RPT-related questions and concerns.
- Provides feedback on Faculty Activity Reports (FARs).
- Advises on how to strategically present teaching, research, and service in RPT narratives.
- Reviews RPT evaluations, interpret reviewer comments, and advise on whether a rebuttal may be warranted.
- Supports faculty in drafting rebuttals and framing responses effectively.
- Listens to and help contextualize workload-related concerns, including whether expectations are appropriate for a faculty member’s rank and responsibilities.
- Helps faculty prioritize and plan research, teaching, and service activities aligned with RPT expectations.
- Assists faculty in identifying resources for addressing classroom challenges, including supporting students who are disruptive or who may need additional academic or mental health support.
- Provides guidance on navigating difficult conversations with chairs, colleagues, or students.
- Connects faculty with mentors within the university community upon request.