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OFA Pod provides information on topics that support faculty careers and help them flourish as faculty members at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs at MCW, the podcast curates the expertise of MCW faculty and staff on a variety of topics of interest to faculty, including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

  1. 03/07/2024

    Center for Sustainability, Health, and the Environment

    In this episode of the OFA Pod, Dr. Jennifer Apps talks to Dr. Christa Wagner, the Founding Director of the MCW’s Center for Sustainability, Health and the Environment (MCW SHE Center). They discuss the purpose of the new center and ways in which MCW has already been working on sustainability. Dr. Wagner then talks about ways faculty in all mission areas can collaborate on work related to climate and health. Sign up here to join Team MCW in the Healthcare EcoChallenge happening in April. Sign up for their newsletter the SHE Center website or follow them on X @SHECenterMCW.

    17 min

  2. 09/22/2023

    Promotion & Tenure Holistic Review

    In this episode of the OFA Pod, Dr. Christina Runge talks to Professors Staci Young and Michael DeBisschop about the proposals being made to MCW's promotion and tenure processes as a result of the two-year long holistic review, conducted by faculty workgroups. Drs. Young and DeBisschop talk specifically about how these changes may impact faculty, and how faculty can provide feedback before these proposals are considered by Faculty Council. To watch the recordings and view the slide decks of the full proposals from the P&T Holistic Review workgroups, go to OFA’s InfoScope page (MCW Log in required).   Use this survey link to provide direct feedback to the P&T Holistic Review workgroups before final recommendations are submitted in November 2023. ____________________ The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    20 min

  3. 02/23/2023

    Writing Letters of Reference

    In this episode of the OFA Pod, Dr. Jennifer Apps, Assistant Provost for Faculty Affairs, talks to Professor Mary-Beth Phelan, current Chair of the University Rank and Tenure Committee, about how to write a compelling letter of reference for a colleague, as part of the promotion process. The conversation includes tips for setting up a template, key areas to highlight in an evaluation and how to avoid unconscious bias in letter writing. The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    20 min

  4. 01/01/2023

    Physician Burnout and Joy in Medicine

    In this episode of the OFA Pod, Dr. Christina Runge talks to Professor Jesse Ehrenfeld, President-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA) for 2023 and Senior Associate Dean of MCW, about the effects of COVID-19 on physician burnout, how the AMA Joy in Medicine initiative aims to combat burnout, and other ways organizations can support their faculty. The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    15 min

  5. 11/01/2022

    Leadership and Feedback

    In this episode of OFA Pod, Stacey Drifka talks with Dr. Christina Runge about MCW’s recent pulse survey and ways in which leaders can engage with faculty, as well as give and receive feedback using different tools and techniques. The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    12 min

  6. 11/12/2021

    Leadership Academy

    In this episode of OFA Pod, Dr. Christina Runge talks with Nate Filzen, Senior Talent Planning Development Consultant from Human Resources, about the Leadership Academy program. The discussion covers an overview of the program, the benefits gained from participating and how faculty can apply. The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    19 min

  7. 08/02/2021

    Faculty Promotion Resources, Tips & Tricks

    In this episode of OFA Pod, Dr. Christina Runge talks with Dave Evans, Administrative Manager of Faculty Affairs, about the resources available to faculty who are preparing to go up for promotion in rank. The discussion covers how to select a promotion path, what are the required items you need, as well as tips on preparing your CV and professional portfolio. . The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    26 min

  8. 04/19/2021

    Faculty Retirement Resources

    In this episode of OFA Pod, Dr. Christina Runge talks with Stacey Drifka, Director of Faculty Affairs, about the resources available to faculty as they think about retirement. The discussion covers resources on infoscope, benefits and workshops faculty can attend, as well as what future connections faculty members can explore with MCW once retired. The Office of Faculty Affairs at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has created a podcast series, OFA Pod, that provides important information to faculty in a quick and convenient format. Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, the podcasts curate the expertise of MCW faculty and staff to address questions faculty have regarding a variety of topics including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

    15 min
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OFA Pod provides information on topics that support faculty careers and help them flourish as faculty members at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Hosted by Dr. Christina Runge, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs at MCW, the podcast curates the expertise of MCW faculty and staff on a variety of topics of interest to faculty, including: promotion, wellness, mentoring, career development, retirement and many more.

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  • Creator
    MCW Faculty Affairs
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © MCW Faculty Affairs
  • Show Website
    OFA Pod