Events for Faculty and Staff

CHHS Midweek Meetups

Join your colleagues each month for the CHHS Midweek Meetups! The events are held from 8 to 9 a.m. in 118 MacKay Hall. Stop by anytime to enjoy refreshments and connections!

2025-26 CHHS Midweek Meetups are on the following Wednesdays:

Faculty Circles

All College of Health and Human Sciences faculty are invited to participate in monthly round table meetings. Join in these events to stay in touch with colleagues, share resources and professional development opportunities, and engage with ongoing discussions. There are circles for both term and tenure-eligible faculty.

Thursday, Oct. 16: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (Breakfast) in 0331 Palmer; Assistant and Associate Professors

Assistant and Associate Professors are invited to Charting Your Research Path: Strategies for Scholarly Growth and Impact Through conversations with experienced faculty and targeted resource sharing, we will explore strategies for building a sustainable and impactful research agenda. Topics will include navigating funding landscapes, leveraging interdisciplinary collaborations, and preparing for promotion milestones. Panera breakfast will be provided. Please RSVP by Oct. 7 via the Outlook calendar invitation.

Thursday, Nov. 6: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (Breakfast) in 0331 Palmer; Term Faculty

Term faculty are invited to Teaching with Purpose: High-Impact Practices, Innovation, and Joy in the Faculty Experience. Join us for an energizing professional development session designed specifically for term faculty who are passionate about student success and personal fulfillment in the classroom. This interactive workshop will explore high-impact teaching practices that foster deep learning, showcase innovative strategies that reimagine student engagement, and create space to reflect on the joy and meaning we find in our teaching roles. Whether you’re looking to refresh your approach, connect with colleagues, or simply reignite your teaching spark, this session offers inspiration, practical tools, and a supportive community to help you thrive. Panera breakfast will be provided. Please RSVP by Oct. 28 via the Outlook calendar invitation.

Friday, Nov. 7: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. (Breakfast) in 0331 Palmer; Assistant and Associate Professors

 Amplifying Your Scholarly Impact: Tools and Strategies from the ISU Library

Back by popular demand, Lorrie Pellack from the ISU Library, will focus on practical strategies for documenting research impact and increasing scholarly visibility. Bring your laptop and questions for this interactive session!

This informal session will build on recent conversations and provide helpful tools and resources, including:

Whether you’re preparing for promotion, expanding your research reach, or mentoring others, this session offers valuable insights and support. We hope you’ll join us for this engaging and resource-rich discussion! Panera breakfast will be provided. Please RSVP by Oct. 29 via the Outlook calendar invitation.

Friday, Dec. 5: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Lunch): Combined Social in 0331 Palmer

Please join us to celebrate the semester and share in community. As always, feel free to join us for all or any of the circle. Games and fun are in store! Lunch from Garbanzo will be provided. Please RSVP by Nov. 19 via the Outlook calendar invitation.

Collaboration Cafe – Sep 25, Oct 16, & Nov 13, 2026

September 25: From Opportunity to Impact: Finding Funding and Moving Projects Forward

1 to 3 p.m in 0331 Palmer (or Zoom via Outlook Invite)

Successful projects often begin by identifying the right funding opportunity and developing a clear path forward. This session will explore strategies for aligning ideas with sponsor priorities, navigating the proposal development process, and leveraging available resources to transform promising concepts into funded initiatives.

October 16: Connecting Expertise, Partners, and Possibilities: Growing Strategic Partnerships for Impact

1 to 3 p.m in 0331 Palmer (or Zoom via Outlook Invite)

Strong partnerships are essential to expanding the reach and impact of research and scholarly activities. This discussion will focus on building collaborations across disciplines, communities, and industry sectors, highlighting how strategic partnerships can foster innovation, create new funding opportunities, and strengthen real-world impact.

November 13: Making Impact Visible: Translating Scholarship into Engagement and Outcomes

1 to 3 p.m in 0331 Palmer (or Zoom via Outlook Invite)

The impact of scholarly work extends beyond publications and presentations. This session will explore ways to communicate research outcomes, engage diverse audiences, and demonstrate how scholarship contributes to communities, organizations, and broader societal change.

The CHHS Collaboration Café is a perfect spot to meet up with colleagues for: