UTHSC Speakers Bureau - Facilitating Community Engagement and Professional Development
Enhance institutional connections and professional growth through the UTHSC Speakers Bureau program initiated by the Office of Equity and Diversity. This program aims to empower faculty members to engage with the local community, aligning with UTHSC's mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service. Discover how to get involved as a speaker or support this initiative by encouraging participation.
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INTRODUCTION TO THE UTHSC SPEAKERS BUREAU PRESENTED BY: OFFICE OF EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
What is What is the Background - Program will enable institutional experts to educate and connect with local community - Similar programs offered at other institutions (e.g., Rutgers, Princeton, Purdue) - OED began developing UTHSC Speakers Bureau program in March 2018 o Specifically designed to facilitate direct interactions and independent execution by participants the UTHSC Speakers Bureau? UTHSC Speakers Bureau? Objectives - Facilitate opportunities for Public Service, furthering UTHSC Mission o Mutually benefits faculty, who may record participation in promotion and tenure materials - Advance strategic and cross-cutting priorities of UTHSC Strategic Plan and Map o Offer special initiatives to promote health within the community o Engage UTHSC community to foster and sustain diverse and inclusive culture Supports OED s continuing commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion on campus
UTHSC MISSION EDUCATION RESEARCH CLINICAL CARE PUBLIC SERVICE
Putting the Public Service Prong into Action Putting the Public Service Prong into Action Initial Phase - Faculty and staff who wish to participate will register online - Topics and speaker profiles will be compiled in a public-facing database External Launch - OED will direct market program to local organizations and civic groups - Website and database will go live, allowing groups to search topics and select speakers Administration - Speaker profiles contain contact details, facilitating direct communication with organization o Speaker and group representatives will coordinate topical coverage and logistical details - OED serves as secondary contact, ensuring effective administration of program
How Can I Become Involved? How Can I Become Involved? 1. Register to Become a Speaker - Visit uthsc.edu/oed/speakers-bureau, click on Become a Speaker link - Complete the on-line registration form Your responses will be used to create your Speaker Profile 2. Encourage Colleagues to Participate 3. Help OED Spread the Word to the Local Community
