New Faculty Network

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The New Faculty Network Links to an external site. is a mentoring program that supports the Penn State University mission by familiarizing new faculty with university expectations, practices, and resources; fostering a sense of unity within a geographically distributed university; and maximizing satisfaction, productivity, and retention. The program is designed to support and supplement the various departmental or college mentoring programs which currently exist.

Overall Objectives

  • To foster academic and professional growth
  • To share knowledge about institution standards and practices, as well as academic and career guidance
  • To offer feedback and ideas to enhance academic performance, disciplinary leadership, career development, and student success
  • To increase belonging and engage broadly with faculty from across the university