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Faculty Development - Rowan-Virtua SOM: 2/9/24 (Newsletter)

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2/9/24 (Newsletter)

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February 2024
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CONTENTS (Click to Jump to Section)

INTRODUCTION

 

As always, I hope you find this publication to be helpful and informative. If you ever have questions or ideas regarding the content of the Faculty Focus Newsletter, please contact me at 856-566-7177 or garwoods@rowan.edu. 

Be Safe.

Thank you, Steve

ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAVE THE DATE! - Join Rowan University’s Day of Giving Kick-Off Event! 2/19/24
Sewell, First Floor Cafe - 10am-11:30am
Stratford, Academic Center Multi-Purpose Room - 11:30am-1:00pm
Shared on behalf of Rowan University’s Division of University Advancement
  • We're celebrating the Day of Giving early and hosting an in-person kick-off event on Monday, February 19, and we invite you to be part of the celebration.
  • The Day of Giving is an opportunity to support the areas you are most passionate about at Rowan-Virtua SOM. You can give to multiple areas that day including student scholarships, food pantry, and more!
  • We greatly appreciate the generosity of our SOM leadership, SOM Alumni Board, and SOM families who have provided gifts for our incredible matches and unique challenges just for Rowan-Virtua SOM. 
  • Join us for a fantastic time filled with activities, a Photo Booth, coffee, snacks, and more! It's a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and contribute to the spirit of giving.
  • Can't make it in person? No problem! You can still be part of the excitement by becoming a virtual ambassador. Fundraise for a cause that matters to you and make a difference. Visit  https://dayofgiving.rowan.edu/giving-day/84044/signup to sign up as a virtual ambassador.
    Let's come together to make this Day of Giving memorable. We look forward to your participation!

Run4Rowan5K 2024

  • In 2021, 2022, and 2023, the RowanSOM Team won awards for the highest number of race registrants. In 2024, I hope we can keep that tradition going with the Rowan-Virtua SOM Team. As a runner and a first-generation student, I’m excited about the upcoming Run for Rowan 5k (onsite or virtual). I’ve created a Rowan-Virtua SOM Team on the registration website and hope you will join me. Please note that our team consists of runners, joggers, walkers, strollers, etc. - All are welcome. 
    More information | Join the Rowan-Virtua SOM Team

Save the Dates - Research Days

  • Rowan University
    3/27/24, 9am-2pm, Eynon Ballroom, Chamberlain Student Center, Glassboro Campus
    More information TBD | Poster Session Registration (Deadline 2/23/24)
  • Rowan-Virtua SOM
    TBD (First week of May), 8am-2pm, Multi-Purpose Room, Academic Center, Stratford Campus
    More information TBD

Rowan University President’s Award for Excellence in Innovative Instructional Delivery
Nominations Due: 3/1/24

  • From announcement: "The President’s Award for Excellence in Innovative Instructional Delivery is designed to recognize faculty who have gone above and beyond to adapt to an ever-changing classroom environment, or who have provided outstanding contributions to online learning via coursework, programs, or certificates. Each academic year, one $1000 award is given to an individual, and one $2000 award is given to a team."
    More information and to submit an application

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)

  • SOME Innovation in Medical Education Awards
    Due: 2/29/24
    • From announcement: "The Society of Osteopathic Medical Educators (SOME) offers two $1,000 awards annually for innovations in osteopathic medical education. Applications are welcome from any SOME member from across the osteopathic medical education continuum. Following a peer review selection process, winners are nationally recognized with awards that are presented at Educating Leaders, the AACOM Annual Conference."
      More information and to submit an application
  • Educating Leaders Conference - Registration Now Available!
    4/17-4/19
    • From announcement: "Attendees will experience three days of insightful plenary presentations, informative sessions and inspired programming focused on timely issues facing our nation’s healthcare and medical education systems."
      More information and to register

New Jersey Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (NJAOPS)

  • Atlantic Regional Osteopathic Conference 2024
    4/10-4/13, Hard Rock, Atlantic City

    • From website: "We will be kicking off our third year at this exciting location, and we will be providing the most relevant education and resources for the successful clinician. Like last year, we are anticipating over 1,100 participants will be able to earn approximately 34 AOA Category 1-A CME Credits and 34 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits."
      More information and to register

International Association of Medical Science Educators (IAMSE)

  • Spring Webinar Series – Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning
    Register Now! (No charge for Institutional Registration)
    3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 12pm-1pm
    More details on each session | Registration
  • Empowering Educators IAMSE 2024 Annual Conference - Registration Now Available!
    6/15-6/18
    • From announcement: "At the IAMSE Annual Conference, faculty, staff, and students from around the world who are interested in health science education join together in faculty development and networking opportunities. Sessions on curriculum development, assessment, and simulation are among the common topics available at the conference."
      More information and to register

TEACHING & LEARNING

Section description: Highlight of instructional strategies that can be incorporated to increase engagement and learning.

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If you need assistance with delivering instruction via synchronous or asynchronous approaches, please contact me at 856-566-7177 or garwoods@rowan.edu.  I’ve been working with faculty on the use of Webex for live sessions, Echo360 for recording lectures or short presentations, formulating online discussion questions, etc., and I’m happy to help as I’m able.
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Rowan University

Rowan-Virtua SOM Faculty Development

Article(s)/Book(s)/Website(s)/Podcast(s) 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI)

Section description: Articles, websites, etc. on the topic of cultural competency, engagement, and other related topics.

Rowan-Virtua SOM Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Website

Rowan University

Rowan-Virtua SOM

Articles/Websites/Blogs/Podcasts

FACULTY WELLNESS

Section description: Articles, websites, etc., on the topic of faculty wellness, engagement, and other related topics

Rowan-Virtua SOM

  • Supporting Students in Distress: TimelyCare for Faculty and Staff
    • From announcement: "TimelyCare has a Faculty and Staff Support line available 24/7 for guidance and support when concerned about a student. Any faculty or staff member can call 833-4-TIMELY to talk to a TimelyCare professional about supporting your students’ well-being."

      Program Flyer (PDF)
      If you have questions about this or other wellness services at Rowan-Virtua SOM, please get in touch with Brittany Mitchell, Associate Director of Student Programs & Engagement – 856-566-6482/mitchellba@rowan.edu

  • Weekly Wellness Resources
    From Rowan-Virtua SOM Student Affairs, curated by Brittany Mitchell

Articles/Websites/Blogs/Podcasts

OMM/OMT/OP/OR

Section description:  This section will provide information and resources on Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques, Osteopathic Philosophy, and Osteopathic Recognition. 

OMT Demonstration Videos

Articles from JOM

Sources:

  • Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM)
  • Rowan-Virtua SOM/GSBS YouTube
  • Curation and editorial assistance provided by:
    • Alex King, DO, Assistant Professor, Department Of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Rowan-Virtua SOM
    • Danielle Cooley, DO, FACOFP, Chair of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Rowan-Virtua SOM

JOM Highlights

Section description: This section will highlight one item from the following sections of the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM): Medical Education, Musculoskeletal Medicine and Pain, and Clinical Images. (JOM articles on NMM/OMT can be found in the OMM/OMT/OP/OR section)

Medical Education

Musculoskeletal Medicine and Pai

Source: Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM; formerly Journal of the American Osteopathic Association (JAOA)

NEW PUBLICATIONS BY FACULTY

Section description: Bibliographic citations to new publications written by faculty members at Rowan-Virtua SOM. For full Faculty Bibliography please see: Rowan-Virtua SOM Health Sciences Library – Faculty Bibliography

Source: Rowan-Virtua SOM Health Sciences Library – Faculty Bibliography
Publications lists curated by Lisa Price, MSLIS, at Rowan-Virtua SOM Health Sciences Library

UPCOMING EVENTS   (Please note that all events are subject to change)

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>>Contact Steve Garwood, EdD at 856-566-7177 or garwoods@rowan.edu