New Faculty Orientation
Welcome to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ!
You are joining a team of colleagues dedicated to making the world a better place through our daily work. Our vision at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is to improve the lives of our diverse students and transform our communities through education and engagement.
There are so many opportunities to connect with colleagues and students and to make long-lasting friendships. Our faculty are from all walks of life, each on their own journeys. No matter what path brought you here, you are now a 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Rebel. And Rebels make it happen!
New Faculty Orientation Kick-off
The New Faculty Orientation kick-off event is an opportunity for new academic faculty to gather and meet with campus partners and learn about resources to support their success. New faculty can expect to be contacted in mid-July with more information about the event.
New Faculty Onboarding
The Office of Human Resources onboards all faculty and staff as employees of the institution. Human Resources supports student success by recruiting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce and provides support and services to enhance your personal and professional lives. Visit the Rebels: Onboard page linked below for important information on your new employee onboarding expectations and ways to Activate, Connect, and Excel at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.
Additional Resources
Below are pages with collections of links to some of the most useful pages on the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ website for new faculty. Feel free to explore and bookmark those you want to revisit.
The Faculty/Staff page, which you can access directly from the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Home page, is your one-stop snapshot of the daily happenings at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. Here you can see at a glance the latest news, important announcements, and calendar of upcoming events. The page also features links to the most commonly used resources for faculty and staff, like My51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and WebCampus, as well as administration offices, various campus directories, and academic resources.
Scroll to the bottom, and you will see links to resources dedicated to important aspects of life at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ: Work/Life, Wellness, Employee Involvement, and more.
The Work/Life page features links to a variety of programs and services, including low-cost health and wellness options, professional development opportunities, employee engagement groups, and more. These resources are designed to help you achieve professional and personal balance and growth.
The page is organized by categories, each of which provides a list of resources to explore. Categories include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Workplace Flexibility, Diversity and Inclusion, Community Outreach & Resources, Employee Recognition, Veteran Services, Shared Governance, Education and Professional Development, and Las Vegas Living.
The 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Faculty Center promotes the professional development of all 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ educators, researchers, and other academic professionals through a program of research, consultation, events, and resources.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Folio is the university’s activity reporting system for academic faculty. 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Folio provides a secure and convenient web-based environment for faculty to enter and report on their scholarly activities, research, and service. On this page, academic faculty can log in to the system, as well as find links to the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Folio Resources and Training page.
The Executive Vice President and Provost (EVPP) is the chief academic officer, overseeing all aspects of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s academic mission. The EVPP page contains information on the office’s areas of responsibility, including Academic Resources, Faculty Affairs, Undergraduate Education, Academic Programs, Space Usage, International Programs, Information Technology, Educational Outreach, Decision Support, and the International Travel Policy.
The Office of Human Resources at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ manages a variety of programs for creating a positive and productive work environment. Here you will find information on important HR processes, including new employee onboarding, employee information, benefits, HR forms, and much more.
The Ombuds Office is a place where all 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ employees can bring their concerns, and it is committed to helping 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ become a more inclusive workplace that builds a sense of belonging for all members of its community. The office is located in FDH 165, to discuss anything you would like. All conversations with the Ombuds are confidential. Visit this page to see a variety of ways you can connect with the Ombuds