NEW FACULTY ORIENTATION 2023-2024
Welcome to Grand Valley State University!
We are excited to welcome new faculty this coming Fall (2023)! We are still in the planning process for this event so check this page regularly as we'll update it frequently and as information becomes available. Should circumstances require we move this event to a virtual format, we are prepared to do that but remain hopeful that we can gather together in-person this coming August.
Orientation will focus on engaging new faculty in a collaborative learning experience focused squarely on student success, community building, and exploration or campus resources for both faculty and news students.
- Highlight critical information about the university, guiding new faculty to construct for themselves a greater understanding of (a) the mission, vision, and values of Grand Valley State University, (b) what is meant by student success, and (c) the hallmarks of a successful new faculty experience
- Model learner-centered teaching strategies (including interactive discussions, experiential learning, case studies, special topic choices)
- Foster a sense of community and build relationships among new faculty
- Motivate new faculty to see themselves contributing to a supportive, collaborative campus community
We look forward to meeting and engaging with you soon!
Additional Resources for New Faculty
New Faculty Orientation Information by Faculty Type
In order to provide you with the most accurate information regarding New Faculty Orientation, please indicate your faculty type by clicking on the appropriate link below.
Adjunct Faculty
Fall 2023 New Faculty Orientation
We are excited to welcome new adjunct faculty joining GVSU for the Fall 2023 semester!
Because our adjunct faculty have historically appreciated flexibility in attending orientation, we offer a few options from which to choose. We will be hosting live (synchronous) virtual sessions via Zoom on both August 23, 2023 and September 7, 2023 from 5:30pm-7:30pm—new adjunct faculty can attend whichever of these dates works best for them. Additionally, should neither of these dates/times work for your schedule, we also offer a completely asynchronous and self-paced orientation program—available starting August 14, 2023.
New faculty are invited to attend whichever one session is most convenient for them.
The synchronous sessions on August 23 and September 7 will provide:
- Hands-on support with GVSU technology including Blackboard, banner, and accessing your GVSU network login
- An opportunity to engage with new and existing faculty
- Time for your questions to be asked and answered
NOTE: you must register for orientation in order to be sent the Zooms for the August 23 and September sessions or the link to access the online orientation modules.
REGISTER for New Faculty Orientation
Fall 2023 New Faculty Orientation Program
Affiliate / Visiting Faculty
Two-Day Orientation
August 9 & 10, 2023
This two-day orientation will provide you with a robust overview of what it means to be a part of the GVSU Community. The sessions not only equip you with information that will support your success at GVSU but are also designed with built-in opportunities to meet and engage with GVSU leadership and fellow faculty. The hope is that you will leave orientation armed with tools, resources, new relationships and supports, and with a better sense of our Laker Community.
Topics covered over the two-days include:
- Introduction to the GVSU Community & Culture
- Profile of GVSU Students
- Student Resources & Supports
- Faculty Resources & Supports
- GVSU Technology--faculty email, Blackboard, and Banner
- Community Building with GVSU Leadership and Faculty
- Inclusive & Just Campus Community
- Health, Wellness, and Benefits
- Optional Campus Tour
Tentative Schedule (subject to change)
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DAY 1 |
DAY 2 |
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8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.—Breakfast and Registration |
8:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.—Breakfast and Registration |
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9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.—Welcome |
9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.—Welcome Back |
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9:30 a.m.–10 a.m.—Provost's Welcome |
9:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.—Faculty Governance Welcome |
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10 a.m.–10:45 a.m.—Student Perspectives |
9:45 a.m.–10 a.m.—President's Welcome |
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10:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.—BREAK |
10:00 a.m.–10:15 a.m.—BREAK |
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11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.—Faculty-to-Faculty Conversations |
10:15 a.m.–11 a.m.—Teaching and Learning Breakout Session |
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11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.—Lunch with Academic Leaders |
11:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.—BREAK |
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12:45 p.m.–1:15 p.m.—Student Mental Health Presentation |
11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.—Inclusive and Just Campus Community |
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1:15 p.m.–1:30 p.m.—BREAK |
12 p.m.–1 p.m.—Lunch |
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1:30 p.m.–4 p.m.—eLearning Technologies & University Systems |
1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.—Human Resources & Benefits Enrollment Information Sessions |
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4:15pm p.m.–5 p.m.—Optional Tour of Allendale Campus |
2 p.m.–4 p.m.—New Faculty Resource Fair |
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4:15 p.m.–5 p.m.—Optional Bus Tour of Grand Rapids Community |
Tenure Track Faculty
Three-Day Orientation
August 9, 10, & 11, 2023
Registration will open in mid-June, 2023.
This three-day orientation will provide you with a robust overview of what it means to be a part of the GVSU Community. The sessions not only equip you with information that will support your success at GVSU but are also designed with built-in opportunities for you to meet and engage with GVSU leadership and fellow faculty. The hope is that you will leave orientation armed with tools, resources, new relationships and supports, and with a better sense of our Laker Community.
Topics covered over the three days include:
- Introduction to the GVSU Community & Culture
- Profile of GVSU Students
- Student Resources & Supports
- Faculty Resources & Supports
- GVSU Technology--faculty email, Blackboard, Banner
- Community Building with GVSU Leadership and Faculty
- Inclusive & Just Campus Community
- Health, Wellness, and Benefits
- Center for Scholarly and Creative Excellence
- Optional Campus Tour
Tentative Schedule (subject to change)
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DAY 1 |
DAY 2 |
DAY 3 |
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8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.—Breakfast and Registration |
8:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.—Breakfast and Registration |
8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.—Breakfast & Welcome |
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9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.—Welcome |
9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.—Welcome Back |
9 a.m.–10 a.m.—Faculty Experiences! (Panel Discussion) |
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9:30 a.m.–10 a.m.—Provost's Welcome |
9:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.—Faculty Governance Welcome |
10 a.m.–10:15 a.m.—Research Philosophy and Integrity |
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10 a.m.–10:45 a.m.—Student Perspectives |
9:45 a.m.–10 a.m.—President's Welcome |
10:15 a.m.–10:30 a.m.—BREAK |
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10:45 a.m.–11 a.m.—BREAK |
10:00 a.m.–10:15a.m.—BREAK |
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.—Creating Your Scholarship Agenda and Support Services |
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11 a.m.–11:45 a.m.—Faculty-to-Faculty Conversations |
10:15 a.m.–11 a.m.—Teaching and Learning Breakout Session |
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.—Meet & Greet |
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11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.—Lunch with Academic Leaders |
11:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.—BREAK |
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12:45 p.m.–1:15 p.m.—Student Mental Health Presentation |
11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.—Inclusive and Just Campus Community |
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1:15 p.m.–1:30 p.m.—BREAK |
12 p.m.–1 p.m.—Lunch |
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1:30 p.m.–4 p.m.—eLearning Technologies & University Systems |
1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.—Human Resources & Benefits Enrollment Information Sessions |
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4:15 p.m.–5 p.m.—Optional Tour of Allendale Campus |
2 p.m.–4 p.m.—New Faculty Resource Fair |
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4:15 p.m.–6 p.m.—Optional Bus Tour of Grand Rapids Community & Reception |
Optional Campus Tours & Bus Tour of the City of Grand Rapids
As part of the New Faculty Orientation, we will be offering optional, in-person Campus Walking Tours. Tours will take roughly 30–45 minutes and will involve walking around campus and through various buildings. In an effort to ensure that COVID-19 precautions are taken and group sizes remain low, Campus Walking Tours will only be available to those faculty who REGISTER for this additional experience.
For those attended the Allendale Campus Walking Tour, the group will meet at the designated time at the Cook Carillon Clock Tower in the middle of campus and directly across from the Mary Idema Pew Library.
For those attending the Pew Grand Rapids Walking Tour, the group will meet at the designated time at the Beckering Family Carillon Clock Tower. This clock tower is part of the DeVos building and is visible from Fulton Street.
For those attending the Health Campus Walking Tour, the group will meet at the designated time in the lobby of the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences. This Hall is located at 301 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI.
For those attending the Bus Tour of the City of Grand Rapids, the bus will pick up participants in front of the Eberhard Center. The Eberhard Center is located at 301 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI.
For directions, location and parking information, and interactive virtual tours, please visit the GVSU Maps & Directions webpage.
If you require accommodations, please contact us directly at [email protected] or (616) 331-3498.
REGISTER for a Campus Tour and/or Bus Tour of the City of Grand Rapids
Allendale Campus:
- Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 4:15–5pm OR
- Thursday, August 17 from 10-10:45am
Pew Grand Rapids Campus:
- Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 10-10:45am OR
- Wednesday, August 23, 2023 from 2:15-3pm
Health Campus:
- Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 11-11:30am OR
- Wednesday, August 23, 2023 from 2:15-2:45pm
Bus Tour of the City of Grand Rapids:
- Thursday, August 10 from 4:15-6pm
Other Ways to Connect
Access the Asynchronous Online Orientation Program
Valid GVSU Network (login) credentials are required to access this program. If you do not yet have a GVSU network login/credentials, please email us ([email protected])—we can send you temporary credentials to use.
One-On-One Meeting with our Center Director
Contact us at [email protected] to schedule a meeting.