Attention: Graduate Program Directors and Faculty

Michigan State University is participating in the Midwest Experiences in Mentoring Excellence (MEME) funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). MSU will collaborate with five other institutions to establish virtual faculty mentor training and mentoring opportunities. The overall goal is to foster more inclusive and supportive climates in STEM departments.

Faculty-to-Faculty (f2f) Mentoring Dialogues will help faculty strengthen their mentoring of other faculty in STEM fields through discussion and sharing of best practices across disciplinary and institutional lines. The module content reflects the National Research Mentoring Network (NRMN) Entering Mentoring training. Topics covered include Maintaining Effective Communication; Aligning Expectations; Assessing Understanding; Addressing Equity and Inclusion; Fostering Independence; and Promoting Professional Development. The training attends to the importance of intercultural competency in faculty mentorship.

While faculty with active mentoring responsibilities are particularly encouraged to attend, faculty of all ranks with a desire improve their mentoring practice can participate.

Trainings consist of two, 4-hour sessions via Zoom. Three training options are available:

• Option 1: January 12, 2021 and January 14, 2021 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm (ET). Registration Deadline: December 29, 2020
• Option 2: May 6, 2021 and May 7, 2021 from 9:00am to 1:00pm (ET). Registration Deadline: April 22, 2021
• Option 3: May 11, 2021 and May 12, 2021 from 9:00am to 1:00pm (ET). Registration Deadline: April 27, 2021

To express your interest, complete this sign-up sheet by the previously noted registration deadlines. Slots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come first-serve basis.

For other comments and inquiries, please contact Steven Thomas at deshawn@msu.edu or 517-432-3268.