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Faculty Development - Rowan-Virtua SOM: 3/8/24 (Newsletter)

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3/8/24 (Newsletter)

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March 2024
(ARCHIVE)

CONTENTS (Click to Jump to Section)

INTRODUCTION

As we enter March, please remember

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
 

Rowan-Virtua SOM dedicates Hope Brings Strength Health Sciences Library in memory of donors’ grandson

  • From article: "Bobby Ferro always had hope and strength, traits that never left him even after he was diagnosed, at 17, with a brain tumor, and during his 10-year battle against the disease. On Feb. 12, the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) in Stratford dedicated the Hope Brings Strength Health Sciences Library in memory of Ferro, whose younger brother Jonathan is a fourth-year student at the school."
    More information

Runs (I'm doing both, I hope you can join me. -sg)

  • 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
  • Run with the Docs 5K & 1 Miler 2024
    • From announcement: "Run with the Docs benefits Virtua’s Perinatal Bereavement and Palliative Care Program, which provides support and care to families experiencing pregnancy or infant loss. The program helps ensure that families who experience loss have access to a multidisciplinary range of services that provide comfort and support during a difficult time."
      More information and to register

Rowan Research Days

  • Rowan University 3/27, 9am-2pm, Eynon Ballroom, Chamberlain Student Center, Glassboro Campus
    More information on the Rowan Research Days site
  • Rowan-Virtua SOM 5/2, 8am-2pm, Multi-Purpose Room, Academic Center, Stratford Campus
    More information TBA on the Rowan-Virtua SOM Research Day site

Rowan Teaching Connection (RTC)

  • Great Ideas for Teaching Students (GIFTS) 4/12, 9am-12pm, Glassboro Campus
    • From announcement: "Rowan GIFTS is an annual conference facilitated by the Rowan Teaching Connection (RTC) and sponsored by the Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. The purpose of this conference is to provide faculty and graduate students with opportunities to engage in in-house professional development and conversations around high-impact teaching strategies. Presenters engage participants in an 8-10 minute demo of a favorite teaching activity, assignment, or technique that has had an effect on their teaching and their students' experience in their class. These GIFTS are open enough to be adoptable and adaptable across disciplines." More information and to submit a proposal

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

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)

  • 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

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
    • Select Resources:
      • TED Talk(s)
      • PEP Talk
        • Need a pep talk? Call (707) 873-7862 to receive words of encouragement, pep talks, and affirmations from students at West Side Elementary School (Healdsburg, CA)!

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/STBES 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 Pain

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

Request via Interlibrary Loan

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