2025 New Faculty Teaching Orientation

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Welcome to the 2025 New Faculty Teaching Orientation! 

The 2025 New Faculty Teaching Orientation (NFTO) serves as the kickoff session to this year’s Summer Institute, designed to launch your teaching journey at UBC with confidence and connection. The agenda is full of valuable sessions and activities to help you settle into your new role and thrive as a faculty member at UBC.

We’re honoured to begin the day with a welcome from UBC President Benoit-Antoine Bacon, followed by a keynote address from Simon Bates, Vice Provost and Associate Vice President, Teaching and Learning, who will share insights into UBC’s teaching and learning culture. 

You’ll also hear from experienced colleagues during our Faculty Panel, where you’ll learn from their practical tips and honest reflections about what it’s really like to teach here.  Finally, learn more about our UBC students—discovering the rich diversity and perspectives they bring to every classroom. 

We’re introducing an informal networking space where you can meet key campus support teams, get your questions answered, and discover the services available to enhance your teaching. 

Throughout the day, you’ll have opportunities to share ideas with fellow new faculty, explore innovative teaching practices, and become part of UBC’s vibrant academic community. 

Lunch will be provided to keep the conversations going. 

Come ready to learn, connect, and begin this exciting chapter of your career at UBC.