Faculty Success
Supports faculty at all career stages with mentorship, professional development and social networking.
What the Program Provides
Faculty Success is a multi-faceted program that offers personal and professional support through structured mentorship, career advancement resources and community-building initiatives. It fosters collaboration and empowers faculty to thrive in their academic roles. To find out more, email ProvostFacultyMentoring@utdallas.edu.
New Faculty Orientation
Provides opportunities for new faculty members to integrate into the UT Dallas community and connect with colleagues.
Workshops
Faculty and academic leaders address topics important to faculty members, and mentors also can attend training sessions.
Social Events
Regularly scheduled get-togethers encourage collaboration and community-building in a casual, welcoming environment.
Mentor-Mentee Matches
New faculty are paired with experienced mentors from their school based on shared interests and career goals.
Midyear Check-Ins
Faculty can schedule one-on-one meetings with Dr. Meghna Sabharwal, Associate Provost for Faculty Success.
Awards
Provost’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Mentoring honors both tenure-system and nontenure-system faculty.
Faculty Mentoring FAQs
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions for guidance on common topics and procedures.
News
New Academic Year Features Quality, Quantity
Dr. Meghna Sabharwal (pictured), Associate Provost for Faculty Success, wrote an open letter to faculty about the additions and improvements in the 2025-26 schedule of the Faculty Success Program. The 30 events are the most in the program’s history.
What Mentees Say about Mentors
“Dr. Siegenthaler has played a crucial role in refining my teaching practices. His guidance on strategies for effective teaching, such as engaging students through presentations and interactive discussions, made my first experience teaching at UTD much easier and more rewarding.”
Dr. Yingzhi Liang on Dr. Simon Siegenthaler
Naveen Jindal School of Management
“Dr. Meloni always offers instant help with my requests, not only by giving prompt and constructive feedback on my research proposals but also sharing sincere suggestions for the planning of my initial years of assistant professor track and living in the DFW area.”
Dr. Ziwen Jiang on Dr. Gabriele Meloni
School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
“Dr. Rushing consistently models the values of excellence in both her teaching and mentorship. Her patience, professionalism and expertise have not only helped me grow as an educator but have also enhanced my skills in managing challenging situations.”
Dr. Domi Oh on Dr. Katrina Rushing
Harry W. Bass School of Arts, Humanities and Technology
