New Faculty Orientation (NFO) offers new full-time faculty the chance to connect with each other and with university leaders. It also provides valuable insights into the resources available for teaching, research, and professional development, helping to build a support network for their careers at USC.

NFO 2024 is divided into two distinct days: NFO – Benefits Day and NFO – Orientation Day, both held at the University Conference Center, 1705 College Street, Close-Hipp Building, Suite 800.

NFO – Benefits Day

Date: Monday, August 19

Human Resources conducted two one-hour presentations on the benefits available to new faculty members. After these presentations, new faculty had time to engage in brief discussions with benefits counselors and to schedule more detailed meetings for later.

NFO – Orientation Day

Date: Friday, September 6
Time: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Location
University Conference Center
1705 College Street
Close-Hipp Building, Suite 800
Columbia, SC 29208

This comprehensive orientation is designed to provide timely information tailored for busy new faculty. The day includes:

• Networking Breakfast: An opportunity for new faculty to interact with their academic deans and administrators.
• Overview of University Resources: A focused session (including resource tables) offering just-in-time information for busy new faculty.
• Interactive Workshop: An engaging, interactive setting in which faculty will apply foundational educational concepts to their teaching.

We look forward to seeing all new faculty on Friday, September 6!