The Early Career Faculty Learning Community (ECFLC) is a supportive network designed to foster the success of new and early career faculty at the University of North Texas.

· New faculty are defined as those within the first three years of their initial faculty appointment.

· Early career faculty includes those who have not yet achieved their first promotion or are approaching the midpoint of their academic career.

This learning community offers a welcoming space for faculty to connect, collaborate, and grow—both personally and professionally.

Tuesday Talon Tidbits

Join us the first Tuesday of every month from 2:00–3:30 p.m. for our monthly Early Career Faculty Learning Community gathering: Tuesday Talon Tidbits, hosted by Faculty Success.

Each session features “tidbits” of practical information tailored to the unique needs of early career faculty. Topics include:

  • Orientation to Campus Resources
  • Time and Project Management Strategies
  • Developing a Supportive Mentorship Network
  • Navigating the Research Journey
  • Building your Professional Digital Presence
  • Supporting Mental Wellbeing of Faculty & Students
  • Teaching Development & Effectiveness
  • Working with Graduate Students

Equally important, these gatherings offer a space to pause, connect with colleagues, and engage in a vibrant, supportive academic community. Meetings are held in Bruce D250 and light refreshments are provided.

faculty having a conversation at a table

 

Additional ECFLC Opportunities

The ECFLC also organizes a variety of professional development activities throughout the academic year, such as:

  • Lunch & Learns – Informal, topic-driven sessions held over lunch
  • Planning Meetings and Retreats – Dedicated time for goal-setting, reflection, and strategic career planning
  • Workshops, Guest Speakers, and Expert Panels – Focused on teaching, research, promotion and tenure, well-being, and more
  • Book Reads and Discussions – Community-led exploration of books relevant to academic and professional development
  • Watch Parties – Group viewings and discussions of professional development webinars (e.g., NCFDD, Chronicle of Higher Education, strategic planning, research development, well-being, etc.)

Get Involved

Interested in contributing to this vibrant learning community? Whether you'd like to lead a session, facilitate a book discussion, or suggest a new activity, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact: Dr. Yolanda T. Mitchell Faculty Director for Teaching Development and Effectiveness