Faculty Affairs News

I hope that everyone enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. As we reflect on gratitude, I want to share my appreciation for UTMB faculty who make our work in the Office of Faculty Affairs so rewarding and meaningful. It is my team's privilege to serve you, and we are excitedly preparing for a full slate of events and programs to support your success in 2025.

Please congratulate these faculty members on their appointments and promotions approved in November.

All full-time and part-time faculty members will be invited to take part in the StandPoint Faculty Engagement Survey administered by the AAMC. We will concurrently conduct the StandPoint Staff Engagement Survey for administrative staff.

Are you a faculty member responsible for the care of an adult in your life; e.g., your spouse/partner, a parent, or close relative? Join our monthly virtual caregiving community co-sponsored by the Office of Faculty Affairs and the Office of MyWellbeing.

The Health Education Center held a reception on Nov. 22 to celebrate the recent accreditation by the Society for Simulation in Health Care. Widely recognized as the gold standard in health care simulation, the accreditation acknowledges UTMB's exceptional performance in this vital aspect of healthcare education and training.

The Health Education Center recently welcomed Ashlesha (Ashley) Parikh, EdD, MSHS, PTA, as Director of the Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice and the Quality Enhancement Plan. In this role she leads interprofessional collaborative practice, and research among UTMB's five schools.

UTMB faculty and staff are invited to join Ashley Parikh, EdD, MSHS, PTA, Director of the Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice, for IPE Team Talks. This new series is an opportunity to share your IPE experiences with UTMB IPE experts.

The Greater Texas Gulf Coast Engage Me Series brings together leaders from government, healthcare, education, industry, advocacy, and the community to address key health issues through an interprofessional approach and using open dialogue, policy advocacy, research, and public health initiatives.

The Health Education Center is proud to share the recent achievements of its faculty, staff, and leaders.

The Academy of Master Teachers inducted 10 new members on Nov. 21! Please join us in congratulating these outstanding UTMB educators.

JSSOM December 2024 Awards & Accolades

School of Health Professions Awards

John Sealy School of Medicine Awards

School of Nursing Awards

SHP November 2024 Awards & Accolades