Fall 2021

Overview of the Research Enhancement Program (REP)
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Presented by:
Dr. Augustine Agwuele, Professor, Anthropology and Chair, Research Enhancement Program
Dr. Mike Blanda, Assistant Vice President, Research and Sponsored Programs

The Research Enhancement Program (REP) provides funding for eligible Texas State faculty to support research, scholarship, and creative expression that contribute to the greater body of knowledge in all disciplines. Grant awards are determined through a peer-review process. Attendees will learn about the mission of the REP, the online application and submission guidelines, the review process, and post-award expectations. The informal presentation will be thirty minutes followed by an interactive Q&A for one hour. This workshop supports the university’s goal to achieve significant progress in research and creative activity as measured by national standards.

Faculty Research and Funding Update: Texas State’s New Center of Excellence for Community Health and Economic Resiliency Research (CHERR)
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 | 2 – 3 p.m.
Presented by:
Dr. Melinda Villagran, Director, Texas State's Translational Health Research Initiative and Professor, Communication Studies

This session will provide information about faculty research opportunities with Texas State’s new Community Health and Economic Resiliency Research (CHERR) Center of Excellence.

Pursuing Funding from Foundations and Private Sources
Monday, October 4 | 10:30 a.m. - noon
Presented by:
Dr. Dan Perry, Assistant Vice President, University Advancement
Mr. Charles Vestal, Major Gift Officer, University Advancement

This workshop will provide gift seekers with information on how to properly research foundations, obtain clearance to apply for gifts, involve college research coordinators, register for PropStart, request TRIP matches, monitor gifts, seek endowed gifts, and pursue other gift-related activities and procedures. The speakers will be available after the workshop for individual consultation.
This workshop supports the university’s goal to achieve significant progress in research and creative activity as measured by national standards by expanding support to the research community.

Using Social Media as a Tool to Advance Your Professional Agenda
Friday, November 5 | 9 – 10:30 a.m. 
Presented by:
Dr. Rodney Rohde, Professor and Chair, Clinical Laboratory Science
Dr. Pat Shields, Professor, Political Science

This interactive workshop will explore how social media can be used as a professional tool to positively impact your teaching and scholarship, and how you can navigate unique challenges and ethical issues. The presenters will share their knowledge of best practices, personal success stories, and advice on lessons learned. They will address topics suitable for all levels of expertise such as conducting research via social media, navigating the virtual community, finding your own voice, leveraging social media as a platform to disseminate your research to a wider audience, and enhancing your scholarly trajectory in innovative ways.
This workshop supports the university’s goal to provide the necessary services, resources, and infrastructure to support the university’s strategic direction.

Tenure and Promotion to Associate Professor: Advice for Assistant Professors
Monday, November 8, 2021, 3 - 5:00 p.m.
Presented by:
Dr. Gene Bourgeois, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor, History
Dr. Debbie Thorne, Associate Provost and Professor, Marketing

Assistant professors who are seeking tenure and promotion to the rank of associate professor are invited to this interactive and informative session. Attendees will learn the expectations for achieving tenure and promotion, including those related to scholarship, teaching, and service. The session includes ample opportunity for questions-and-answers on a variety of promotion-related topics.
This workshop supports the university’s initiative to help improve faculty and staff recruitment, hiring, and retention.

Documenting Invisible Labor and Contributions in Faculty Performance
Tuesday, November 9 | 10 a.m. - noon
Presented by:
Dr. Debbie Thorne, Associate Provost and Professor, Marketing
Dr. Janet Bezner, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Therapy
Dr. Valarie Fleming, Assistant Vice President, Curriculum and Academic Services and Professor, Communication Disorders
Dr. Candace Hastings, Director, Faculty Development

Faculty are affected by invisible labor in disproportionate ways, which is often dependent on their research, teaching, service, and family/life responsibilities. This workshop will provide guidance on best practices for faculty on documenting adjustments, challenges, contributions, and innovations in their faculty performance reviews. The workshop will also be valuable for documenting the invisible contributions faculty make through their research, teaching, and service to the university community and beyond.
This workshop supports the university’s goal to provide the necessary services, resources, and infrastructure to support the university’s strategic direction, including programs to sustain a highly qualified, diverse, motivated, and satisfied faculty.