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University Of Maine Faculty Handbook, Constitution And Bylaws Committee, Faculty Senate

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This Handbook is an information guide for University of Maine faculty, and does not supersede any collective bargaining agreements made by the Associated Faculty of the University of Maine (AFUM). The goal of the handbook is to capture key elements of administrative policy and faculty responsibility in a single resource that can provide guidance for all faculty at the University of Maine.

This document has been assembled by the Constitution and Bylaws Committee (CABC) of the Faculty Senate. It is our intent that this will be an electronic document and that it will be updated once per semester by the …

Evaluation Criteria For Reappointment, Promotion And Tenure By Department, Office Of The Executive Vice President For Academic Affairs & Provost

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Guidelines for faculty responsibilities, workloads, promotion, tenure, evaluation, and sabbatical leave compiled from departments across the University of Maine, dating between 1998 and 2019.

Faculty Forum : First-Year Success Initiative - Update, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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On September 27, 2018, Provost Hecker led an Academic Affairs Faculty Forum at which he shared background data and analyses related to student success and failure. He presented a draft proposal for how UMaine administrators, faculty, and staff can work together to improve first-year student success.

At the May 15, 2019 Academic Affairs Faculty Forum, Provost Hecker and others will provide an update on the progress made through the First Year Student Success Initiative in AY 18-19.

During this academic year, over a hundred faculty, staff, administrators and graduate students have been involved in ten working groups charged with developing …

Faculty Forum : Early College, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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A growing body of research in education suggests that high school students who have the chance to enroll in early college courses during high school are more likely to graduate, be admitted to college, and follow through and earn a college degree. In the State of Maine, early college opportunities are important to degree attainment and to lowering student debt.

The University of Maine, through its Division of Lifelong Learning, is committed to providing high school students with opportunities to earn college credits, and to experience the value of a UM education.

At this Faculty Forum, Provost Hecker will present …

Faculty Forum- First-Year Student Success, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The first year of a student’s academic experience sets the tone for their academic success or failure. Every year from 20% to 25% of first-year students do not return to UMaine for a second year of study. There are a variety of factors that contribute to students’ success (or failure) in their first year.

In 2018-19, the Divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Life will collaborate to develop a plan to improve first-year students’ experience so that more students build a strong foundation for continued success.

At this Faculty Forum, Provost Hecker will share data and analyses that shed some …

Faculty Forum : First-Year Student Success, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The first year of a student’s academic experience sets the tone for their academic success or failure. Every year from 20% to 25% of first-year students do not return to UMaine for a second year of study. There are a variety of factors that contribute to students’ success (or failure) in their first year.

In 2018-19, the Divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Life will collaborate to develop a plan to improve first-year students’ experience so that more students build a strong foundation for continued success.

At this Faculty Forum, Provost Hecker shared data and analyses that shed light on …

Faculty Forum : Commercialization And Knowledge Transfer, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine is committed to fulfilling our mission through the support of our faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders in developing, creating, and contributing knowledge for the benefit of the State of Maine and beyond. Knowledge transfer is a key component of realizing our mission. In June 2016, President Susan J. Hunter charged Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker with convening a group to review UMaine’s existing policies, processes, and structures with regard to knowledge transfer and commercialization. The President’s goal is for UMaine to move to an “enhanced level of leadership focus and modernized policies, processes, and structure”.

Over …

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 5, Stewart Harvey, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 5 is entitled “Restoring the Dream: Renewing Pride and Stewardship of Place”. As the Pathway 5 Chair, Stewart Harvey, Executive Director of Facilities and Capital Management Services, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 5. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 4, Kenda Scheele, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 4 is entitled “Transforming Lives: Strengthening the UMaine Undergraduate and Graduate Student Experience”. As the Pathway 4 Chair, Kenda Scheele, Assistant Vice President and Senior Associate Dean of Students, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 4. She led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 2, Jeff Mills, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 2 is entitled “Securing Our Future: Ensuring Financial Sustainability”. As the Pathway 2 Chair, Jeffery Mills, President of the University of Maine Foundation, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 2. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 3, Monique Larocque, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 3 is entitled “Embracing a Culture of Excellence: Promoting Spirit, Community and Collaboration”. As the Pathway 3 Chair, Monique LaRocque, Associate Provost for Lifelong Learning, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 3. She led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 1, Jake Ward, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 1 is entitled “Serving Our State: Catalyzing Maine’s Revitalization”. As the Pathway 1 Chair, Jake Ward, Vice President for Innovation & Economic Development, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 1. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan “Kick-Off”, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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At this Forum, President Susan J. Hunter hosted a “town meeting” to present to the University community the idea behind the assessment of the Blue Sky Strategic Plan and the opportunities from this reflection in building the foundation for our next strategic plan. Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker presented an overview of the process, the approach taken as assessment work commenced over the summer, and a timeline for completion. He provided highlights from each pathway and described the format of the Pathway Forums to follow throughout the fall. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a …

Faculty Forum : Think 30 And Beyond-Next Steps In Support Of Student Success, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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This forum focused on progress made and future directions in support of student success and completion. The Provost provided an update on work to date including some early indicators and metrics. Provost Hecker also shared ideas regarding future initiatives aimed at increasing student success and completion. Other complementary initiatives currently underway were highlighted. This Forum provided an opportunity to update the UMaine community and gather feedback.

Faculty Forum : Information Technology And Space, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine is committed to the strategic use of resources to maintain and improve our facilities in service to our tripartite mission of teaching, research, and service.

Academic Affairs partnered this past year with Facilities Management, US:IT, and Faculty Senate on the Paint & Polish Classrooms Committee, a body tasked with identifying and prioritizing Summer 2016 classroom upgrades. The committee produced a list of 16 classrooms– 15 on the Orono campus and one at the Darling Marine Center– designated for major or minor renovations, including the creation of a new active learning classroom in Shibles Hall.

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Faculty Forum : Faculty Support For Teaching And Learning – An Update, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine is committed to supporting the faculty in their roles as educators. Toward that end, determination of optimal organization structure and allocation of resources that will enable best practices deserves thoughtful consideration. Consequently, Provost Hecker tasked a working group last fall to develop a set of recommendations on how best to advance innovation in teaching and learning at UMaine.

At this forum, Provost Hecker, together with Associate Provosts Monique LaRocque and Jeff St. John, provided an update on current efforts to align and strengthen resources for faculty in support of teaching and learning. A proposed model for …

Faculty Forum : Status Of Women Faculty At Umaine, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine is committed to providing a climate that supports the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women faculty. UMaine’s commitment to this work is evidenced by its support of the ADVANCE Rising Tide Center and the decades of work on campus that preceded the Center’s creation.

At this forum, Provost Hecker, together with faculty from the ADVANCE Rising Tide Center, will provide an update on the status of women faculty at UMaine. We will review UMaine’s efforts in this area including the work of the ADVANCE Rising Tide Center and results from a recent climate survey and salary …

Faculty Forum : Research And Graduate Education – Update, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine’s strategic plan outlines goals for Research and Graduate Education. These goals include the enhancement of “our research capacity and output as measured in the core areas of research expenditures and private foundation funding” as well as the advancement of an “integrative model of excellence for graduate education in the 21st century”. Further, UMaine is called to “foster dynamic professional training and development activities through university-wide interdisciplinary research networks.” In March 2014, an Academic Affairs Forum focused on the opportunity to rethink our approach to accomplishing these goals under a proposed reorganization of Research and the Graduate …

Faculty Forum: Action Plan On Retention And Graduation - Implementation Update, Jeffrey E. Hecker

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The University of Maine is committed to providing the best possible academic and interpersonal experience for our students. This effort is critical as we endeavor to develop engaged, active and successful students who will make a real difference in Maine, the region and beyond. Provost Hecker's commitment to the importance of t his work is evidenced in the Provost's Action Plan for Retention and Graduation. This data-informed plan was developed by faculty and administrators serving on the Advisory Group on Retention and Graduation over the 2013-2014 academic year.

This forum provided an update on implementation activities of the Action Plan …

Celebrating Scholarship, Division Of Marketing And Communications

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The research and creative achievement of more than 80 faculty members was honored at the University of Maine in Celebrating Scholarship, April 21, 2015, at the Collins Center for the Arts. The event was part of UMaine’s 150th anniversary celebration. It featured exhibits highlighting UMaine faculty scholarship since 2011, including research, books, and visual and performing arts.

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Faculty Forum : Umaine And The Multi-State Collaborative (Msc), University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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Multi-State Collaborative (MSC) is a pilot study funded through a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant that seeks to demonstrate proof of concept for the use of the AACU Value rubrics as a method of measuring general education outcomes.

Faculty Forum : Foundational Competencies For The 21st Century, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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What Are the Foundational Competencies of Education for the 21st Century? Creativity and innovation, critical thinking and problem solving, and communication are all skill sets being sought by employers in the 21st Century. How is UMaine supporting student success in building these foundational skills?

Faculty Forum : Research And Graduate Education, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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University of Maine Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker presenting at the March 2014 Faculty Forum.

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Faculty Forum : Signature And Emerging Programs - Update On Progress, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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University of Maine Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker presents an update on Signature and Emerging Program initiatives arising from the Blue Sky Project

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Faculty Forum : Signature And Emerging Programs, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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On December 3, 2013, University of Maine Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker held the first of three Academic Affairs Faculty Forums. The forums are designed as an opportunity for faculty to discuss and provide input on various Academic Affairs initiatives arising from the Blue Sky Project. The December 3rd forum focused on "Signature and Emerging Programs".

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Poll Of All University Of Maine Faculty Members On Potential Work To Rule Actions, University Of Maine

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Poll of All University of Maine faculty members on Potential Work to Rule Actions at UMaine

Shared Governance Policy: University Of Maine, University Of Maine

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The University of Maine's shared governance policy

Program Creation And Reorganization Review Committee Policy And Procedures Manual, University Of Maine

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The University of Maine Faculty Senate Standing Committee on Program Creation and Reorganization Review Committee (PCRRC) Policy and Procedures Manual