Call for Applications: CTL Faculty Scholar Program
The Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) invites applications for the Faculty Scholar Program. This program offers faculty members an opportunity to collaborate with the CTL in advancing teaching excellence and innovation across the university.
Faculty Scholars design and facilitate professional development initiatives—such as workshops, research projects, and learning communities—that promote equity, innovation, and evidence-informed teaching practices.
For the upcoming cycle, priority areas include:
Applied learning
Artificial intelligence in education
Inclusive pedagogy
Hybrid and technology-enhanced learning
- Assessment and feedback strategies
This program provides an opportunity to join a community of educators dedicated to reflective practice and continuous improvement in teaching and learning. Scholars will receive financial support in the form of professional development funds based on the type and workload associated with the activity. Criteria for funding decisions include: scope, scale/reach, type and duration, and potential impact.
Application deadline: November 17
Appointment start date: January 2026
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