All College Day is Friday, August 16, 2024
All faculty and staff are required to attend; offices are closed until 1 p.m.
RSVP here for All College Day and select your preferred lunch.
| Location | PWDC Conference Room 1301-1303 |
| 8:00 a.m. | Arrival, Coffee, Very Light Snacks |
| 8:30 a.m. | Program begins |
| 11:00 a.m. | Lunch (RSVP to make your selection) |
| 1:00 p.m. | All administrative offices open on both campuses |
Friday, August 16: Faculty Forum
- Lead: Michael Filsinger
- Time: 12:30-1:25 p.m.
- Location: ODU Auditorium in the PWDC
- Who should attend: All faculty ranked employees who are not members of another constituency group (CSSA, MLM, or President’s Cabinet) are welcome to attend.
- Description: Faculty Senate will discuss priorities and focus areas for the year ahead.
Friday, August 16: Critical Topics for Faculty
All teaching faculty are required to attend these sessions on Friday afternoon; any administrative staff whose supervisor identifies this as a critical topic for their work should also attend.
Accessibility Services
- Presenter: Donald Payton
- Time: 1:30-2:25 p.m.
- Location: PWDC Conference Room
- Description: This workshop will focus on the basics of ADA and what the requirements are to offer accommodation in the classroom and beyond for students at VPCC. An overview will be presented with an opportunity for an informative Q & A session to follow.
Freedom of Information Act
- Presenter: Steven Felker
- Time: 2:30-2:55 p.m.
- Location: PWDC Conference Room
- Description: This session will provide a high-level overview and reminder of faculty and staff obligations related to the Freedom of Information Act. We will also discuss best practices to consider when communicating through VPCC or VCCS communications platforms.
FERPA, Registrar Procedures, Financial Aid Procedures
- Presenters: Marc Vernon and Mary Kanani
- Time: 3:00-3:40 p.m.
- Location: PWDC Conference Room
- Description: During this workshop, we will provide a high-level overview of our responsibilities to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) as well as relevant Registrar & Financial Aid procedures.
Faculty Critical Topic: Title IX and Code of Conduct
- Presenter: LaRhonda Johnson Horton
- Time: 3:45-4:30 p.m.
- Location: PWDC Conference Room
- Description: During this session, we will review the basic concepts and regulations related to Title IX and the expectations of all VPCC community members to uphold the requirements with the utmost care. Additionally, we will provide an overview of the VPCC Student Code of Conduct, particularly related to classroom expectations.
Join us for additional programming throughout the month of August.
Monday, August 12: New Faculty and Staff Luncheon
- Lead: Dr. Scott Stauble
- Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who Should Attend: All new faculty and staff who started at VPCC between April 1 and August 12 are required to attend; program/department chairs and vice presidents who supervise new faculty and staff are invited but not required to attend
- Description: We welcome new faculty and staff and will review VPCC Mission, Vision and the Culture of Care as well as discuss College structure and governance.
Monday, August 12: Adjunct Faculty Convocation
- Lead: Beth Dickens
- Time: 5 p.m.-8 p.m. (Dinner served between 5-5:45)
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who Should Attend: All new and returning Adjunct Faculty are highly encouraged to attend. A Zoom option will also be available from 6-8 p.m.
- Description: We invite all new and returning adjunct faculty to attend either in person or virtually through Zoom. Those that attend in-person will receive dinner. You will hear from VPCC leadership and other areas of the college to assist you in having a successful semester. Some of the individuals you will hear from are Human Resources, Accessibility Services, and Library Services just to name a few.
Thursday, August 15: Information Technology Open House
- Lead: Will Moore
- Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Location: Kecoughtan Hall, Room 249
- Description:Stop in throughout the day for a scheduled training session, one-on one help from the network and technical support staff, and a variety of helpful materials for new and veteran VPCC team members.
Monday, August 19: Dual Enrollment Orientation
- Lead: Dr. Joseph Fairchild
- Time: 1:00-4:00 p.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: All Dual Enrollment faculty are highly encouraged to attend.
- Description: Join us to celebrate the start of a new academic year and engage with colleagues regarding dual enrollment courses and programs offered through Virginia Peninsula Community College. This event will review Dual Enrollment Processes and Procedures, familiarize attendees with campus processes and resources, and provide essential course and division-specific information.
Tuesday, August 20: Mid-Level Managers Morning
MLM President’s Leadership Initiative
- Time: 9-10 a.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: All members of the council of mid-level managers and president’s cabinet should attend.
Council of Mid-Level Managers Monthly Meeting
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: All members of the council of mid-level managers should attend.
Tuesday, August 20: Optional Safe Zone Training
- Lead: Dr. Scott Stauble & Liz Rizzatto
- Time: 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Location: PWDC Conference Center
- Who should attend: Participants must register in advance: https://forms.office.com/r/H3w14Ee23v
- Description: During this workshop, participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create a more inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ community members to feel welcome; lunch will be served.
Friday, August 23: Dual Enrollment Orientation
- Lead: Dr. Joseph Fairchild
- Time: 9 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: All Dual Enrollment faculty are highly encouraged to attend.
- Description: Join us to celebrate the start of a new academic year and engage with colleagues regarding dual enrollment courses and programs offered through Virginia Peninsula Community College. This event will review Dual Enrollment Processes and Procedures, familiarize attendees with campus processes and resources, and provide essential course and division-specific information.
Thursday, August 29: Optional Green Zone Training
- Lead: Brandie Weaver
- Time: 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: Participants must register in advance: https://forms.gle/6FimomvLVBS8Fc8E9 any faculty or staff members who want to learn more about creating inclusive environments for military affiliated students and community members should attend.
- Session description: The VPCC Green Zone Training is a program to support military students on campus. This training will provide faculty and staff with information on how to make classrooms, offices, and the College welcoming for veterans. Experts from the VA Medical Center will present on PTSD, TBI, Veteran Suicide, and Military Sexual Trauma. Additionally, Brandie Weaver and David Lannon will provide training on interactions with veterans and how to nurture a veteran friendly environment. Upon completion, each participant will be considered a safe place for student veterans to discuss issues. A Green Zone sticker will be provided to display so students are aware you are Green Zone Trained. You will also earn a free copy of the book, Combat to College: Applying the Military Mentality to the Classroom: How To Succeed As A Student Veteran by John H. Davis. Lunch will be served.
Friday, August 30: Faculty Friday
“Faculty Friday” is planned by the Division of Academic Affairs and occurs monthly. Please look for detailed schedules and information provided by the division or your academic department leadership.
Academic Division meetings
- Lead: Academic Deans
- Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Location: TBD, look for information from your academic dean.
- Who should attend: All full-time faculty and staff who report to the specific academic division are required to attend unless teaching or on pre-approved leave; adjunct faculty and part-time staff are welcome to join!
Academic Affairs Town Hall meeting
- Lead: Dr. Kerry Ragno
- Time: 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
- Location: Hampton IV, 4136
- Who should attend: All full-time faculty and staff in the academic affairs division are required to attend unless teaching or on pre-approved leave; adjunct faculty and part-time staff are welcome to join!