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A hub for faculty and student support
Key resources
From academic calendars to mental health support guides, the Office of the Provost curates and maintains essential documents, procedures, and tools to help you succeed and thrive.
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ADVANCE Office of Faculty Development
Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and advancement of faculty aligned with departmental, college, and university goals.
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Faculty Handbook
A living document with useful policy information on university governance and faculty rights.
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Faculty Workload Policies
The faculty workload policies of the department or unit reflect the goals and aspirations for that unit.
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Human Resources
Resources on Northeastern’s childcare program, family and medical Leave procedures, and other employee benefits.
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Ombuds for Faculty and Staff
Safe space for faculty and staff to discuss workplace concerns, ensuring fair and equitable treatment.
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University Policies
Northeastern’s policies across research, academics, business, athletics, and more.
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Find the resources you need
Explore all supports and guidelines or filter for what you’re looking for.
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2023-2024 Interdisciplinary Research Sabbaticals – Guidelines
Interdisciplinary Research Sabbatical Program fosters collaborations between faculty’s home department and other units. Supports a full year at 100% pay, promoting research in various locations, including global network campuses.
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3 Ways to Equip Faculty to Support Student Mental Health
Article on how to equip and provide faculty with training on how to support student mental health
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Academic Calendar
Plan key dates and important events with this year’s Academic Calendar.
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Academic Integrity Policy
A commitment to academic integrity principles—like honesty in your work, and presenting fair and true research material—is essential to the university’s mission.
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Academic Technologies
Creating learning experiences with technology.
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ADVANCE Faculty Recruitment Resources
Faculty recruitment resources that provide information for both internal and external resources for all career levels.
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ADVANCE Mutual Mentoring Advancement Program (M2AP)
Tailor-made mutual mentoring initiatives for faculty.
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ADVANCE Office of Faculty Development
Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and advancement of faculty aligned with departmental, college, and university goals.
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Animal Care
Fostering excellence in animal care guided by scientific and ethical principles.
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Announcement about Redesigned Exchange Visitor Program Process
Information about the redesigned exchange visitor program process to be more supportive of visiting students, scholars, and faculty.
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Are We Addressing “Quiet Quitting” in Faculty, Staff, and Students in Academic Settings?
Article: Building Healthy Academic Communities Journal
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Balancing Self-Care with Accountability
Article: Four approaches for educators to manage students after COVID-19
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Canvas
The home base for all Northeastern courses.
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Center for Advancing Teaching and Learning Through Research
Supporting teaching and learning with workshops and consultations.
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Chuck Hillman, Healthy Body, Healthy Mind: Eating, Sleeping, and Exercise
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on healthy habits to maintain mind and body
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Code of Conduct
Promoting safety, learning, and a supportive environment at Northeastern.
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Commencement Office
Your go-to for all things graduation at Northeastern.
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Cooperative Education and Career Development
Classroom rigor meets real-world experience, fostering graduates who excel globally.
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Course Descriptions
Find detailed course descriptions easily.
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Covid-19 Tenure Extension Requests
Tenure clock extension policy to be applicable to all tenure-track faculty who were hired before July 1, 2020.
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Daniel Aldrich, Coping with Social Isolation
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on how to deal with social isolation
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Employee Assistance Program
Northeastern’s free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
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Envisioning Industry-Sponsored Projects in your Courses
Video lecture from the Faculty Professional Development in the Network series on incorporating projects to gain real-world experience.
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EVP Visitor Proposal and Routing Process Form (update 9/26/2023)
Application form for both new and extensions on existing exchange visitor program applicants.
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Explore Program
Individualized and holistic support for students engaged in academic exploration and self-discovery.
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Extension Paid Visiting Scholar/Faculty Letter Template
Extension offer letter template for paid scholar/faculty including hourly rate and requirements.
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Extension Paid Visiting Student Letter Template
Extension offer letter template for paid student including hourly rate and requirements.
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Extension Unpaid Visiting Scholar/Faculty Letter Template
Extension offer letter template for unpaid scholar/faculty including requirements.
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Extension Unpaid Visiting Student Letter Template
Extension offer letter template for unpaid student including requirements.
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Faculty Candidate Curriculum Vitae Cover Sheet (Provost Cover Sheet)
Cover sheet to accompany curriculum vitae for faculty candidates
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Faculty Candidate Information to be Used During Interview Process
Site breaking down faculty candidate information with links benefits and more information on various policies
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Faculty Handbook
A living document with useful policy information on university governance and faculty rights.
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Faculty Titles
List of faculty titles
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Faculty Views on College Student Mental Health: Implications for Retention and Student Success
Published phenomenological study on the faculty with experience supporting college student mental health
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Faculty Workload Policies
The faculty workload policies of the department or unit reflect the goals and aspirations for that unit.
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Faculty Writing Groups
Explore facilitated faculty writing groups for advancing publications.
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Fellowships and Scholarships
Explore opportunities for personalized fellowships and scholarships
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Find@Northeastern 24/7 Mental Health Support
Students can access comprehensive information on mental health and wellness.
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Full Time Faculty Professional Development Fund Guidelines
Proposal guidelines for faculty members on the full-time non-tenure-track and benefits-eligible ranks to apply for up to $2000 for professional development.
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Full-time Faculty Recruitment: Outline of the Process and Recommended Resources
Full-time faculty hiring timeline guide with step by step process information
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Full-time Non Tenure-track Faculty (FTNTT) Fellowship Program Guidelines (2024-2025)
Call for proposals for eligible FTNTT faculty interested in applying for a one term paid leave fellowship to engage in professional activities.
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Full-Time Non-Tenure Track Union Organizing
Frequently asked questions and information about Full-Time Non-Tenure Track organizing.
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Future Faculty Postdoctoral Fellowship
General and application information, eligibility and award details, and contact information for Future Faculty Postdoctoral Fellowships.
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General Studies Program
Personalized advising and mentoring for students to explore, connect, and succeed.
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Generative AI In and For Learning
Video lecture from the Faculty Professional Development in the Network series on generative AI in teaching/learning.
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Global Experience Office
The Global Experience Office (GEO) at Northeastern University provides you with intercultural learning and transformative experiences. Through the GEO programs, you will deepen your knowledge of the world and your chosen field of study, explore international career opportunities, and grow as a global individual.
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Global Safety and Support
GSSAC, under the Provost, Chancellor, and General Counsel’s direction, aims to enhance safety, health, and preparedness for faculty, staff, and student travel, supporting experiential learning and global initiatives while evaluating travel risks.
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Graduate Academic Catalog
Detailed graduate program information for planning your academic journey.
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Graduate Fellowships
Explore global opportunities with Fellowships for graduate students.
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Graduate Policies and Procedures
Graduate program regulations and requirements.
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Graduate Student Awards
Explore recognition in various fields to celebrate academic excellence.
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Graduate Student Union Negotiations
This webpage will provide periodic updates concerning bargaining, with individual bargaining sessions identified.
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Guidance for Conducting Interviews
Faculty candidate interview guide with what are legal and illegal inquiries to ask while interviewing.
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Guidelines for Tenure-on-Entry Faculty Hires
Learn about the tenure-on-entry process at Northeastern University.
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Honors Program
Empowering students for meaningful impact through integrated academics and curated experiential learning.
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Human Resources
Resources on Northeastern’s childcare program, family and medical Leave procedures, and other employee benefits.
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Human Subject Research Protection
Educating on principles, assisting in approvals, and ensuring human subject protection.
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Humanics: Integration for Impact
The Humanics mission at Northeastern sets our students up for lifelong learning, collaboration, and impact. A growing number of Northeastern undergraduate students (>30%) pursue combined majors as a way to approach the big questions of today.
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Information Technology Services
Tech support, solutions, and assistance at Northeastern University.
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Information Technology Services Appropriate Use Policy
Northeastern University’s information systems, encompassing networks, equipment, and services, serve authorized academic/administrative purposes. Users, whether authorized or not, must comply with the terms outlined in this policy.
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Kristen Lee, Coping with Stresses and Challenges
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on how to cope and deal with stress
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Lab Safety
The Office of Academic and Research Safety (OARS) provides expert guidance, resources and training to support PIs, departments and colleges in providing safe labs for learning, teaching and research.
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Laura Dudley, Healthy Body, Healthy Mind: Yoga and Movement
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on using movement to maintain mind and body
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Mental Health in the College Classroom: Best Practices for Instructors
Published research article on establishing a “best practices” for instructors to help support student mental health
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Mental Health Matters Kickoff Event
Mental Health Matters presentation
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Mental Health Matters Kickoff Recording – Boston Campus
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost partners with UHCS and OPEN for mental health support initiatives.
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Mental Health Matters Presentation
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost partners with UHCS and OPEN for mental health support initiatives.
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Mentoring and Advising
Explore college-specific mentoring and advising resources.
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Michael Sweet, Healthy Body, Healthy Mind: Mindfulness and Meditation
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on how to practice mindfulness and incorporate meditation
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Michele Grazulis, Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer and Diane Levin, University Ombuds, University Resources and Available Assistance
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on online resources and services
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Molly’s Sandbox
Excerpt
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New Degree Program Proposal Guidelines
Detailed steps of Planning and Approving of New Degree Programs.
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New Degree Proposal Routing Form
Northeastern University’s online form for proposing new degrees.
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New Graduate Certificate (Non-CAGS) Proposal Guidelines
Northeastern University’s Office of the Provost oversees the planning and approval of new Graduate Certificate programs. The process involves specific steps, with emphasis on joint preparation for requests in cross-college collaborative programs.
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Northeastern University Health and Counseling Services
Northeastern University Health and Counseling Services aims to enhance student well-being through research, education, and advocacy.
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Northeastern Writing Center
Open to students, faculty, and staff, gain writing help at any level.
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NUpath
Northeastern’s academic core integrates broad-based knowledge and skills for diverse disciplines.
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NUPD Advisory Board
To guide, inform, and strengthen NUPD’s relationship with the community—both within and outside Northeastern.
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Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The office develops the fluency necessary to reject discrimination, learn in a diverse, global society.
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Ombuds for Faculty and Staff
Safe space for faculty and staff to discuss workplace concerns, ensuring fair and equitable treatment.
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Ombuds for Graduate Students
The Ombuds for Graduate Students offers confidential, impartial, and informal assistance to graduate students.
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Opportunities for PhD Candidates
Explore opportunities for PhD candidates including grants and fellowships.
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Paid Visiting Scholar/Faculty Letter Template
Offer letter template for paid visiting scholar/faculty including hourly rate and expectations.
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Paid Visiting Student Letter Template
Offer letter template for paid visiting student including hourly rate, expectations, and requirements.
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Parental Leave Form
Online form for parental leave.
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Parental Leave Policy
The Parental Leave Policy grants full-time, registered graduate students in good standing the option to request a leave from academic, teaching, and research responsibilities upon becoming parents.
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Parental Teaching Relief Policy for Full-time Faculty
Learn about teaching relief for full-time faculty who become parents.
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Part-time Faculty Agency Fee Form
Agency fee check-off authorization form
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Part-Time Faculty Contract 2023-2026
CBA outlines employment terms for union represented Northeastern Univ staff and SEIU Local 509.
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Part-time Faculty Development Fund Guidelines
Proposal guidelines for part-time faculty members to apply for up to $500 for professional development related to their teaching.
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Part-time Faculty Development Fund Guidelines for Faculty Teaching Online or Non-Boston Based-Courses Only
Proposal guidelines for part-time faculty members not located in Boston or teaching online to apply for up to $500 for professional development.
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Part-time Faculty Membership Form
Higher ED membership application
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Peer Tutoring
Our platform for Northeastern undergraduate tutoring, offering free top-performing peer support in-person or online.
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PhD Network
The Northeastern PhD Network is an organization designed to build community among PhD students. The Network provides students with support and resources university wide to enhance their educational experience and career preparation.
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PreMed and PreHealth Advising Program
Guiding the journey to healthcare professions globally, fostering success and innovation.
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Preparation and Format of Cooperative Education Coordinators Promotion Dossiers
Procedural guide for Co-op Education Coordinators’ promotion dossiers.
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Preparation and Format of Full-Time Non Tenure-Track Faculty Promotion Dossiers (“Model Promotion Dossier”)
Prep and Format of Full-Time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Promotion Dossiers.
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Preparation and Format of Research Faculty Model Promotion Dossiers
Guide for preparing promotion dossiers for full-time, non-tenure-track research faculty.
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Preparation and Format of Tenure and/or Full Professor Promotion Dossiers (“Model T&P Dossier”) updated July 1, 2023
Instructions for tenure and/or promotion, including promotion to full professor.
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Preparing for Promotion for Full-Time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Workshop recorded session
Recorded session: Full-Time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Promotion Workshop
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Preparing for Promotion for Full-Time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Workshop slides
Workshop: Promotion Prep for Full-Time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty – View slides.
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Preparing for Promotion to Full Professor Workshop recorded session
Recorded Session: Preparation for Full Professor Promotion
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Preparing for Promotion to Full Professor Workshop slides
Full Professor Promotion Workshop: slides for comprehensive preparation.
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Preparing for Tenure Review Process Workshop recorded session
Recorded Session: Preparation for Tenure Review
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Preparing for Tenure Review Process Workshop slides
Tenure Review Workshop: PDF for preparing for the review process.
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Preparing for the Midcourse (Third-or Fourth-year) Review Workshop recorded session
Recorded Session: Midcourse Review Workshop.
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Preparing for the Midcourse (Third-or Fourth-year) Review Workshop slides
Midcourse Review Workshop: Access slides for preparing third- or fourth-year reviews.
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Professional Internal Grants for Transforming Interdisciplinary Experiential Research (TIER)
TIER Awards seek to stimulate exciting new directions in interdisciplinary research and increase the competitiveness of external proposals.
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Professors Struggle With Demands to Tend to Students’ Mental Health
Article: Support for students, their expectations, and setting boundaries
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Prospective Faculty Resource Packet
Packet of resources for incoming faculty that touches on community, academic resources, work-life resources, and life in Boston.
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Provost’s Faculty Diversity Recruitment & Retention Forums 2023
Flyer for 2023 Provost faculty diversity recruitment and retention series with dates
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Research at Northeastern University
Research Division amplifies Northeastern’s impact via outreach, partnerships, and funding. Expanding the scope of research and graduate education.
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Research Subject Guides
Guides and resources for specific research subjects at Northeastern.
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Review of Faculty Holding Joint Appointments
Collaborating with college deans and department chairs, these guidelines outline the upcoming merit evaluation process for interdisciplinary faculty. This includes faculty with appointments in multiple colleges or departments within a single college.
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ROTC Army Program
Shaping cadets with character, teamwork, and quality training for leadership challenges.
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Self Care: Lessons Learned After Two Years of the Pandemic
Article: Self-Care tips for social workers and educators after COVID-19
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STRIDE Faculty Search Committee Workshop on implicit bias in evaluation
Enhancing diversity with interactive discussions, reducing bias and promoting best practices in faculty searches.
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Student Graduate Assistant Union Organizing
A hub for answers to several important frequently asked questions about unionization.
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Student Mental Health Support Guides
Support guides for faculty, staff, parent, and student mental health.
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Supporting Student Mental Health
Access helpful services for well-being and mental health support.
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Syllabus Language Related to Student Mental Health and Resources
Support guide for faculty on creating inclusive and and supportive syllabi.
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Tenure Clock Extension Policy
Learn about extending the probation period of tenure-track faculty members.
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Tenure Description in Faculty Handbook
Criteria, eligibility, and considerations for awarding tenure.
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The Office of Prevention and Education at Northeastern
The Office of Prevention and Education (Open) encourages a healthier community with resources for substance issues, sexual health, and wellness.
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The Office of Research Development
Fostering research promotion, funding, and interdisciplinary collaboration for Northeastern.
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Tim Hoff, Burnout and How to Avoid it
Recorded Session: Office of the Provost sponsored Series on Coping on how to address burnout and avoid it
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TRACE Survey
A survey to help gauge students satisfation with courses and instructors on multiple fronts.
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Trends in College Student Mental Health and Help-Seeking by Race/Ethnicity: Findings from the National Healthy Minds Study, 2013-2021
Article on the knowledge gap around mental health trends in diverse racial and ethnic college populations
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Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Discover program details in the Undergraduate Academic Catalog.
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Undergraduate Research and Fellowships
URF fosters a culture of undergraduate research and creative endeavor.
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University Libraries
Impacting education and research, to influence our communities and the world.
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University Policies
Northeastern’s policies across research, academics, business, athletics, and more.
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University Registrar
Access vital records, enrollment, transcripts, and academic information.
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University Scholars Program
Nurturing high-achievers with mentorship and unique paths for lifelong pursuits.
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Unpaid Visiting Scholar/Faculty Letter Template
Offer letter template for unpaid visiting scholar/faculty including financial obligations and expectations.
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Unpaid Visiting Student Letter Template
Offer letter template for unpaid visiting student including hourly rate, expectations, and requirements.
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Visiting Appointment Pay Scheme (update 12.2022)
Breakdown of the different pay ranges for student employees, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.
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We Care
The We Care program provides assistance to students who are experiencing challenges or hardships in their lives.
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Wellness and Life Benefits through Human Resources
Wellness & life benefits for faculty/staff on or off campus. Support for personal situations, childcare, and more.
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Workload Policies in the Faculty Handbook
Outline of the various workload policies by department. Workload policies vary by department, approved by faculty vote, college dean, and provost.
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