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Welcome to Baylor!

We are excited to have you join us as part of the new faculty cohort of this academic year! As you begin your onboarding process at Baylor University, we in the Office of the Provost look forward to supporting you each step of the way. Please see the details below regarding New Faculty Orientation. 


New Faculty Orientation Contact

Ms. Amber Kivlighn- Assistant to the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs


New Faculty Orientation

The major event that you will participate in with the Office of the Provost as part of your onboarding is the two-day New Faculty Orientation. This orientation is mandatory for all new full-time faculty and is a crucial part of providing you with the information you need to succeed. 

New Faculty Orientation Microsoft Form

Please complete the New Faculty Orientation Microsoft Form by July 15. Questions 9 through 13 on this form will be used to create brief biographies that will be shared with the dean's office, fellow faculty members, the president, and the provost. You will be asked to upload a headshot at the end of the form.

New Faculty Orientation Checklist - Action Items

1. Complete the New Faculty Orientation Microsoft Form by July 15. 
2. RSVP for the Orientation Dinner on August 18; an email containing details, including an RSVP link, will be sent on August 1. You will need to RSVP by August 7.
3. Complete Section 1 of Form I-9 and, if needed, bring your original I-9 documentation to orientation for HR.
4. Attend one Benefits Orientation session (you will receive invitations for four date options).

Dates

Monday, August 18, 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.- New Faculty Orientation Day 1 at Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (100 Research Pkwy. Waco, TX 76704)

Monday, August 18, 6-8 p.m.- New Faculty Dinner at Baylor Club Ballroom, McLane Stadium

Tuesday, August 19, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.- New Faculty Orientation Day 2 at Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative

Tuesday, August 19, 3 p.m.- Campus Time for new faculty to take advantage of free time on campus to complete tasks like getting ID cards, picking up office keys, and visiting the bookstore. Campus Time is not mandatory.

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Key Details

The New Faculty Orientation will be held off campus at the Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (100 Research Pkwy, Waco, TX 76704), starting promptly at 8:00 a.m. Attending both days is mandatory. A full agenda will be shared in advance. 

  • In-person New Faculty Orientation on August 18 and 19 is mandatory training, even for those not new to Baylor. 
  • If you are a remote or distant faculty member, please contact your department. They will assist with travel arrangements and expenses related to travel.
  • Coffee and water will be provided throughout the day for both days.
  • You are not required to bring a laptop; we will provide slides.
  • The gate should be open; you can park toward the front as it will be a hot couple of days.
  • This is a large group; the room will be cozy.
  • The dress attire for orientation is dressy casual.
    • Dressy casual means that you don’t have to look like you’re going to work, but true casual isn’t appropriate for the occasion.
    • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a sweater. The rooms are usually cooler.
    • Please refrain from wearing shorts.
  • On August 19, we will take a group photo.
  • For the School of Nursing and remote faculty traveling to attend orientation, our photographer will be available to take a headshot directly after the group photo on August 19 at 2:40 p.m.
New Faculty Dinner

The New Faculty Dinner will be on Monday, August 18, from 6-8 p.m. at the Baylor Club Ballroom. The dinner is more than just a meal -- it's an opportunity to connect with your new colleagues in a relaxed and friendly setting. You'll have the chance to enjoy some delicious food and great company. Your presence will help us continue this wonderful tradition and (we hope!) make you feel at home. 

The RSVP request will be sent via email on August 1. Please R.S.V.P. by August 7. 

Note: You must RSVP for the banquet by August 7, whether or not you plan to attend. 

Here are a few things to know about the dinner. 

  • You are allowed to invite one (1) adult guest.
  • The dress attire is dressy casual.
  • There is not a formal agenda for the dinner.
  • We will create table assignments from the RSVP form.
  • Each table will have a host, and the host will receive your bio. Our table hosts include the president, vice provosts, deans, and other campus partners. 
This is a busy time of year for you all! If you are unsure if you or your adult guest can attend, we recommend that you wait until August 7 to R.S.V.P.
Spiritual Life and Local Congregations

Representatives from local congregations will join us on Tuesday, August 19, to meet any new faculty interested in talking with them.

  • Baylor’s Office of Spiritual Life compiled a list of local churches of some of the many congregations in the Waco area.
  • Two representatives of the Office of Spiritual Life, Charles Ramsey and Sharita Holder, can provide information about these and other congregations; they welcome you to contact them with any questions as you search for a church home.

     

 

Resources
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