Welcome
The development of the EPCC Mentoring Program began in the fall of 2002 with a focus on faculty assistance and comments in determining what elements should be included in the future program. The proposed program will provide a support network to help guide new faculty through their teaching careers. The objectives of the program include retention of new full-time and adjunct faculty, providing activities that encourage collegiality among all faculty, fostering a more professional and nurturing teaching environment, and providing assistance to new faculty members as they integrate into the EPCC community.
This spring we will conclude the development of the Mentoring Program by turning faculty ideas into a working program to be implemented in the fall of 2003. Questions concerning the EPCC Mentoring Program should be directed to Stacy Zeller-Mayo at stacym@epcc.edu, 831-2153.
The Mentoring Program is a result of a collaborative effort of EPCC faculty who strive to create a mentoring program that reflects the needs and desires of our unique institution.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mentoring Program is to provide a support network for new faculty as they begin their teaching careers.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Mentoring Program is to increase retention of new full time and adjunct faculty, provide activities that encourage collegiality among all faculty and foster a more professional and nurturing teaching environment.
Program Elements and ActivitiesThe Cyber Lounge is a threaded discussion area where faculty can share teaching tips and ask teaching and institution questions. Mentoring Partnerships pair new faculty with experienced faulty for one semester. These partnerships are intended to provide new faculty with an experienced helping hand and stimulate collegiality with the more experienced partner.
The Mind Co-Op is a lesson exchange program. It is a multi-disciplinary, PowerPoint, portable teaching module created by and for EPCC faculty.
The New Faculty Information Expo is hosted by the Office of Faculty Development and the Mentoring Program and is held during the fall and spring New Faculty Orientation. Representatives from various programs and organizations are available to provide information and answer questions.
The New Faculty Survival Handbook is available online as well as hard copy
and is intended to provide the basic "survival" information any new EPCC instructor needs to know. |