HIP Pathway Ambassador Program (University Faculty from LGIs)

Minimum Qualifications

Teaching a course with a designated HIP. Faculty who have been or are currently using the HIP for multiple courses over a sustained period of time are preferred.

Passionate for collaborative learning with faculty across institutions within the TBR System and locally governed institutions (LGIs). Faculty who have previous experience mentoring or collaborating with colleagues both within and outside their institution are encouraged to apply.

Eager and willing to share professional expertise on the designated HIP with other faculty. Faculty who are excited about the purposeful and intentional implementation of HIPs, have some documented success, and believe in sharing evidence-based practices across institutions are preferred.

Committed to continuing professional learning on the designated HIP to stay current with best practices. Faculty, regardless of expertise level of HIPs-designated engagements, who are willing to devote time to learning more about the craft of high impact practices are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

  • Attend an orientation program where expectations of the role and an overview of the HIP Initiative at TBR will be covered. (6 hr commitment)
  • Serve as a resource and collaborator with TBR HIP Ambassadors to provide consultation and advice on content for professional learning across TBR and LGIs on particular high impact practices.
  • Serve as a HIP Advisory Board member, participating in monthly calls and assisting with planning for the bi-annual teaching and learning conference. (8 hrs commitment)

Nomination Process

Submit the online nomination form and a letter of support from a senior administrator verifying that minimum qualifications are met by the nominee. Recommendation letters should speak to the specific experience of the faculty member in working with HIPs and the faculty member's qualifications to serve as a mentor and advocate to other faculty for the inclusion of HIPs in the curriculum.

Recognition & Compensation

Faculty accepted into the 2025 HIP Pathway Ambassador cohort will be recognized publicly. HIP Pathway Ambassadors are provided professional learning opportunities, including a one-day orientation with TBR HIP Ambassadors and the bi-annual teaching and learning conference with all expenses paid. At the end of service, each HIP Pathway Ambassador will have the choice to either receive $1,500 in professional development funds or a stipend (minus any taxes).

Nomination Form

Nominations are due by Friday, November 15, 2024.

Response
Has the faculty member taught a course with a designated HIP?
Is the faculty member passionate about collaborative learning with faculty across institutions within the TBR system and LGIs?
Is the faculty member eager and willing to share professional expertise on the designated HIP with other faculty?
Is the faculty member committed to continuing professional learning on the designated HIP to stay current with best practices?
Please upload a letter of support from a senior administrator at the home institution verifying that minimum qualifications are met by the nominee. Recommendation letters should speak to the specific experience of the faculty member in working with HIPs and the faculty member's qualifications to serve as a mentor and advocate to other faculty for the inclusion of HIPs in the curriculum. Please upload as a .pdf file in the following format: InstitutionName_NomineeLastName_LetterofSupport
Files must be less than 5 MB.
Allowed file types: pdf.