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OFD is here to help you achieve success in your academic roles through orientation, workshops and programs on reconciliation and social justice topics, and teacher, career and leadership development.

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The Office of Faculty Development is thrilled to introduce...

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Anna Consoli, OFD's new Faculty Development Coordinator - Programs

Anna is a dynamic coordinator and facilitator with a strong background in education, psychology, health research, and coaching. With over a decade of experience at the University of Calgary, she has enhanced work environments, built systems, and implemented strategies to support long-term goals. An ICF-certified leadership coach with a master’s from the University of Calgary, Anna excels in fostering clarity and alignment among teams. She is dedicated to empowering professionals to create meaningful change, both at work and in life, through her commitment to driving growth and engagement.

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Dr. Vince Grant, OFD's new Director for Coaching and Mentorship

OFD is thrilled to announce the launch of a new mentorship and coaching portfolio, led by our new Director for Coaching and Mentorship, Dr. Vince Grant. Dr. Grant’s career has been shaped by exceptional coaches and mentors, and he is passionate about fostering curiosity, discovery, feedback, growth, connection, and collaboration. He is dedicated to creating a program that equips faculty with invaluable interpersonal skills, igniting the development of future coaching and mentorship opportunities across the Cumming School of Medicine.

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Luigi Riscaldino, OFD's Faculty Development Technical Specialist

OFD is also delighted to welcome Luigi Riscaldino back to the team as our Faculty Development Technical Specialist! With extensive experience as a technical trainer and online learning developer, Luigi brings a dynamic mix of innovation and expertise. He'll be driving several key initiatives, including the development of podcasts, enhancing our team's website, and serving as our go-to tech guru. Luigi's return marks an exciting step forward in elevating our technical capabilities and expanding the reach of our e-learning initiatives.

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CSM TEP

The Cumming School of Medicine Teaching Excellence Program is designed to help you solidify fundamental teaching skills, learn relevant educational theory, and explore more advanced topics in medical education. 

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PLUS

Practical Leadership for University Scholars is a highly-interactive multi-part program focused on developing you as a leader, putting your leadership into action, and honing your leadership in particular and relevant areas. Courses build on one another but can still be taken individually or out of order.

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CSM Leadership Program

This longitudinal bi-annual program builds leadership capacity, hones your people management, and develops business skills. Participation in this program is by nomination only, through your department head. The program will be redeveloped in 2023-2024, and relaunched. Stay tuned for updates.

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Workshops and Resources

Reconciliation and Social Justice

In partnership with experts in the CSM community and with the help of engaged faculty members and students, we are developing a wide variety of workshops and resources to help create a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive community.

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Teacher Development

Are you passionate about education? We offer programs, workshops, resources and links that can help build and enhance your teaching capacity.

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Career Development

Do you want to be more intentional about your career? Whether it's learning about the promotion process, forming a specialized portfolio, or focusing on the pieces of your work that matter most, OFD is here to help.

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Leadership Development

Are you looking for more opportunities to cultivate your leadership skills? OFD can help you hone your leadership competencies, apply your learning and overcome real-life leadership challenges.

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New Faculty Orientation and Resources

Let us help you navigate the Cumming School of Medicine!

If you have yet to attend an orientation with the Office of Faculty Development, consider attending our next session this coming September. Registration isn't open yet, so pencil this into your calendar and check our Event Calendar for more information closer to the date.

In the meantime, you can find information to help orient yourself under Faculty Resources in our menu. In particular, check out the Getting Started collection, including our New to CSM page.

We're Here to Help!

Are you new to the Cumming School of Medicine? Have you been here for years but still find that there are things you don't know? No matter how long you've been here, we want to help you find your way. We get unexpected questions all the time and we love finding you answers.

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Are you struggling with something right now?

Mental Health Resources

Get Help Anytime

Resources you can access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for support and assistance when you need it. If you have immediate safety concerns for yourself or others dial 911.

Campus and Off-campus Counselling Resources can be found here, too.

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Physician and Family Support Program

The Alberta Medical Association's Physician and Family Support Program provides confidential support and help with personal health issues and enhances the quality of patient care and public safety by promoting health and well-being for the medical profession that cares for all Albertans.

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Call 1.877.SOS.4MDS (767.4637)

International: 403.930.0529 (you may call collect)

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Campus Security

Campus Security works closely with the university community, Calgary Police Service, and other agencies to maintain the University of Calgary as a safe place to live, work, and study.

Are you aware of the Safewalk program? Safewalk service is available 24/7 to walk students, staff, and campus visitors safely to their destination on campus.

Call Campus Security at 403.220.5333

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