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Faculty Flourishing Conference unites educators on well-being and purposeful leadership

A week of appreciation turned into action as faculty shared strategies for balancing teaching, self-care, and character-driven leadership. Discover how collaboration became the key.

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The image shows a group of people standing in front of a church, with a woman sitting on a chair and holding a book in her hand. On the left side of the image, there is a person standing near a podium, and on the right side, there are a few people sitting on the floor. At the bottom of the picture, there appears to be a photo frame with some text written on it. The people in the image appear to be gathered around the church, performing the entry of a Christian.

Faculty Flourishing Conference unites educators on well-being and purposeful leadership

Over 90 faculty and staff gathered online for the fifth annual College of Doctoral Studies Spring Faculty Flourishing Conference. Held virtually on Zoom, the event coincided with both Teacher Appreciation Week and Mental Health Awareness Month. Its theme, Community, Collaboration and Character Development, set the tone for discussions on purposeful leadership and personal well-being. The conference opened with a prayer from Dr. Loren Naffziger, followed by welcoming remarks from Dean Dr. Michael Berger. Attendees then explored sessions on balancing professional demands with self-care, a timely focus given May’s emphasis on mental health awareness.

Dr. Ashley Anne led a session on practical steps for improving faculty well-being and effectiveness. Meanwhile, Emily Farkas stressed the role of character and values in transformational teaching. Other speakers, including Drs. Racheal Stimpson, Cheryl Lentz, Pamela Sitton, Alana Lyles, and Don Comi, contributed insights on leading with purpose, teaching with impact, and fostering work-life fit. The event also highlighted the importance of building a compassionate Christian community. Discussions centred on serving others as a way to promote human flourishing, blending academic rigour with personal and professional growth.

The conference wrapped up with a renewed focus on collaboration, character, and community. Faculty left with strategies for balancing their roles while prioritising mental health and purposeful teaching. Organisers noted the event’s success in uniting educators during a week dedicated to both appreciation and awareness.

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