2026-2027 Workshops
Third Thursdays
Department Chairs Professional Development Sessions 2026-2027
The Faculty Center invites all Department Chairs and Program Heads to Third Thursdays 2026-2027. These are Six 90-minute sessions (12-1:30) featuring a one-hour professional development workshop and informal networking time. Lunch included.
Meeting schedule
12:00p - 12:15p Check in, get your lunch, notes and announcements
12:15p - 1:15p Chairs’ Professional Development Workshop
1:15p - 1:30p Networking time
Meeting Dates & Topics
Thursday September 17, 12p-1:30p Anatol Center
What is the Chair’s Role in Graduate Studies? A Sharing and Listening Session
Dina Perrone, Dean of Graduate Studies
Introduction to the Chair’s Role in Graduate Studies at the Beach. Register here: Register for Third Thursdays 9/17 - What is the Chair's Role in Graduate Studies? – Fill out form
Thursday, October 15, 12p-1:30p Academic Senate Conference Room
The Chair’s Role in Promoting Equity in RTP and Hiring
George Hart, Chair, English
Ray Briggs, Faculty Equity Advocate, College of the Arts
Professional development session featuring advice from a chair regarding hiring and RTP, and advice from a Faculty Equity Advocate. Register here: Register for Third Thursdays 10/15 - The Chair's Role in Promoting Equity in RTP and Hiring – Fill out form
Thursday, November 19, 12p-1:30p Anatol Center
Civility and CSULB: Advancing a Culture of Intentional and Respectful Communication
Aisha Pridgen, Conflict Resolution Manager, Faculty Affairs
Raul Pacheco, Staff Equity and Inclusion Advisor
Session designed to strengthen our campus community by focusing on respectful engagement, improving communication across differences, and supporting a culture of psychological safety.
Register here: Register for Third Thursdays 11/19 - Civility and CSULB – Fill out form
Mark your calendars for Spring!
Thursday, February 18, 12p-1:30p
Thursday, March 18, 12p-1:30p
Thursday, April 15, 12p-1:30p
If you have questions or if you’d like to share an announcement at the start of any of our meetings, please email Emily Berquist, Director of the Faculty Center.
RTP Workshops are facilitated by Emily Berquist, Ph. D., Faculty Center Director.
Co-Facilitator: Somone Washington, Analyst, Faculty Affairs
Strategies for a Successful RTP File: A Faculty Center Workshop for RTP Candidates
Workshop for Candidates undergoing reappointment, tenure, and promotion. Will review new university-wide RTP policy, components of the RTP file, suggest best practices in preparation and execution, and answer questions about the RTP process.
Register to attend here:
- Thursday, September 10, 2026: 10:00am-12:00pm at the Anatol Center Presentation Slide Deck
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026: 12:30pm-2:00pm via Zoom Session Recording
Tenure Track Faculty Evaluation 101 Sessions
Candidates undergoing Periodic Mini Evaluation (PME) or preparing a Professional Development Plan (PDP) are encouraged to attend the RTP workshops for candidates. Tenure Track Faculty Evaluation 101 sessions give early career faculty an overview of the RTP evaluation process and are scheduled for:
- Tuesday, October 6, 2026: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Session Recap & Recording
- Friday, October 23, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Session Recap & Recording
Location: All Tenure Track Faculty RTP Evaluation 101 Sessions are facilitated by Somone Washington, Faculty Affairs Analyst, and will be held virtually via Zoom. Register to attend here.
Previous Session Recording
Interfolio 101 for Candidates:
Candidates undergoing evaluation for reappointment, tenure, and/or promotion are invited to attend one of three RTP candidate workshops via Zoom:
Register to attend here.
- Friday, August 28, 2026: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session Recording Password: 4a?2WjPG
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Monday, September 14, 2026: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Interfolio Open Labs
All RTP Interfolio Open Labs are facilitated by Somone Washington, Faculty Affairs Analyst, and co-hosted by representatives from ATS to answer any questions regarding SPOT via Zoom.
Register to attend here.
- Friday, September 4, 2026: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Session Summary
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Session Summary
Free Training Webinars Powered By Interfolio
Webinars:
Join experts from Interfolio's Customer Success team for Best Practice Webinars every month as we walk through Review, Promotion and Tenure Candidate Training. Check out the calendar to register for upcoming webinars or the recorded webinar page to view all past webinars.
Promoting Equity in Reappointment, Tenure, Promotion, and Hiring: A Workshop for RTP & Search Committee Members
Designed to help promote transparency, equity, and inclusion while adhering to all University regulations, this workshop is for faculty sitting on RTP and search committees in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Facilitator: Emily Berquist, Director of the Faculty Center
Co-Facilitator: Somone Washington, Analyst, Faculty Affairs Register here.
2026 Session Recording
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM via Zoom Session Recording
- Wednesday, October 7, 2026: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM via Zoom (recording will be made available) Register here
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Anatol Center Presentation Slide Deck Register here
Interfolio 101 for Evaluators:
Deans, Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and members of Department and College RTP Committees, as well as staff responsible for RTP processes are invited to attend one of three RTP evaluator workshops via Zoom:
Register to attend here.
- Monday, September 21, 2026: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Friday, October 9, 2026: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Interfolio Open Labs
All RTP Interfolio Open Labs are facilitated by Somone Washington, Faculty Affairs Analyst, and co-hosted by representatives from ATS to answer any questions regarding SPOT via Zoom.
Register to attend here.
- Friday, September 4, 2026: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Session Summary
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Session Summary
Free Training Webinars Powered By Interfolio
Webinars:
Join experts from Interfolio's Customer Success team for Best Practice Webinars every month as we walk through
- Faculty Search Committee Manager Training
- Faculty Search Evaluator Training
- Review, Promotion and Tenure Candidate Training.Check out the calendar to register for upcoming webinars or the recorded webinar page to view all past webinars.
The Office of Faculty Affairs was invited to a College Meeting to discuss the RTP evaluation process to clarify and answer questions from RTP evaluation candidates and evaluators.
Ideas for Equity in Department RTP Policies
For faculty who would like to learn about best equity practices for new CSULB Department RTP policies.
Co-Facilitator: Raven Pfister, Interim Associate Faculty Center Director
Interfolio 101 for Candidates:
Candidates undergoing evaluation for reappointment, tenure, and/or promotion are invited to attend one of three RTP candidate workshops via Zoom:
Register to attend here.
- Friday, August 28, 2026: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session Recording Password: 4a?2WjPG
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Monday, September 14, 2026: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Interfolio 101 for Evaluators:
Deans, Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and members of Department and College RTP Committees, as well as staff responsible for RTP processes are invited to attend one of three RTP evaluator workshops via Zoom:
Register to attend here.
- Monday, September 21, 2026: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Friday, October 9, 2026: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Interfolio Open Labs
All RTP Interfolio Open Labs are facilitated by Somone Washington, Faculty Affairs Analyst, and co-hosted by representatives from ATS to answer any questions regarding SPOT via Zoom.
Register to attend here.
- Friday, September 4, 2026: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Session Summary
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Session Summary
Free Training Webinars Powered By Interfolio
Webinars:
Join experts from Interfolio's Customer Success team for Best Practice Webinars every month as we walk through Review, Promotion and Tenure Candidate Training. Check out the calendar to register for upcoming webinars or the recorded webinar page to view all past webinars.
Workshop will review the policies and procedures for lecturer evaluation and will review strategies for effectiveness in the evaluation process.
November 2026
TBD
Monday, December 1, 2025 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Brotman Hall, Room 276 or via Zoom https://csulb.zoom.us/j/89024378422
January 2027
TBD
Interfolio Open Labs Sessions
Faculty Affairs will be available via Zoom to provide support and answer questions regarding submitting materials in Interfolio.
- Friday, January 30, 2026, from 3 – 5 p.m. Zoom link
- Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 3 – 5 p.m. Zoom link
For Evaluators and Candidates:
Faculty Affairs will host workshop sessions and an open lab to discuss range elevation processes for both candidates and evaluators. Workshops will cover:
- Brief review of policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements
- Explanation of the Range Elevation process and timeline
- Review of required documentation for submission
In-Person:
Thursday, December 3, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm, Faculty Affairs Conference Room BH276
Zoom:
Friday, December 4, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm Register Here
Open Lab via Zoom:
Friday, December 4, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm Register Here
If you believe that you are eligible for a Range Elevation and have not been notified, contact FA-Interfolio@csulb.edu.
Interfolio Open Labs Sessions
Faculty Affairs will be available via Zoom to provide support and answer questions regarding submitting materials in Interfolio. Register to attend here.
- Friday, January 22, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
- Wednesday, January 27, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
Also, see the 2026 Range Evaluation Workshop Announcement sheet for more information, links, and Faculty Affairs contacts for range elevation processes and procedures.
Interfolio Open Lab Sessions
All Interfolio Open Lab Sessions are facilitated by Somone Washington, Faculty Affairs Analyst, and co-hosted by representatives from ATS to answer any questions regarding SPOT via Zoom.
Register to attend here.
- Friday, January 22, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
- Wednesday, January 27, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
