Faculty Development Seminar Series.

Boston University School of Public Health is dedicated to hiring, promoting, and retaining faculty who demonstrate excellence in research, education, practice, and administration. Recruitment, mentoring, and retention are our most important activities. These activities build the future of the school; foster a supportive, collaborative, and respectful culture; deeply impact our reputation inside and outside the University; and are essential to meeting our strategic goals.

Please see our Faculty Development Seminar Series Notes for upcoming and past events:

Upcoming Events

Faculty Development Seminars – March 2025

Past Events

Many units around Boston University and beyond provide ongoing training and support for faculty development, including:

National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity (NCFDD): Trainings, webinars, and multi-week courses focusing on practical skills that make a tangible difference—navigating the academic landscape, managing time effectively, or building meaningful professional relationships.
Office of Diversity and Inclusion: diversity, equity, and inclusion resources, including events and affinity groups
Faculty and Staff Assistance Office: faculty support resources, including self-care and work-life balance
Terrier eDevelopment: a vast library of training resources, from adapting to change to software and technology training
Center for Teaching & Learning: teaching, advising, and educational grant opportunities
Office of Research: workshops and events focused on building research skills and discussions of breakthrough research from across BU
BUMC Faculty Development and Diversity: interdisciplinary resources for networking, professional development, and wellness
Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI): workshops and resources focused on grant writing and professional development related to research

Hospitalized Patients Who Receive Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment Can Substantially Reduce Heavy Drinking

SPH Faculty Brief Massachusetts Legislators on State’s Public Health Priorities

Faculty Development Seminar Series.