Resource Guide for Recruiting Excellent and Diverse Faculty
V. WELCOMING AND RETAINING NEW FACULTY
Preparing for New Faculty Member's First Day
Possible items to have for new faculty-FIRST DAY AT WORK:- Appropriate keys, copy cards, long distance codes, office supplies
- Coffee mug from campus bookstore (candy, pens, pencils)
- Tickets to cultural/ recreational activity on campus or in the community
- Academic calendar (in office), Campus Telephone books, etc.
- Book about the history of the institution
- Subscription to local newspapers
- Information about telephones, email, computer services, etc.
Retention Plan
| During the First Week | During the First Six Months | One Year | Second Year | Third Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assign a mentor (Information under new faculty) http://www.provost.iastate.edu | Meet with new faculty and mentor to assess the first six months and review the PRS | Conduct an annual review with new hire and mentor | Annual review to discuss progress with the Department Chair | Annual review to discuss progress with the Department Chair |
| Share benefit information http://www.hrs.iastate.edu/ main/benefits_summary.shtml | Take new faculty member to lunch within the first month | Contact assigned mentor to address issues or concerns each year | Contact assigned mentor to address issues or concerns | Contact assigned mentor to address issues or concerns |
| Explain departmental procedures such as p cards, copy cards, etc. | Schedule a time to meet with the Dean | Preparation for mid-career P&T review | ||
|
Inform them of websites such as: Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching http://www.celt.iastate.edu/ Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost www.provost.iastate.edu Project LEARN and Computer Technologies www.it.iastate.edu/ |
Share some of the highlights of Iowa State University such as: Tea Room www.aeshm.hs.iastate.edu /tearoom/ Reiman Gardens www.reimangardens.iastate.edu/ index.cfm M-Shop www.m-shop.com/ Brunnier Art Gallery www.museums.iastate.edu |
|||
| Provide dates/announcements for new faculty orientation, department retreats, etc. | Instruct new employees on how to access professional development funds, how to handle travel expenses |
