New Faculty Orientation 2026 is being held in conjunction with New Employee Orientation this year. Sessions with Human Resources, AAUP, and the Office of Faculty Development will take place Wednesday, August 19, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the School of Business, Room 102. Sessions with the Office of Faculty Development will take place Thursday, August 20, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM in the School of Business, Room 102, with a special reception with Deans and Chairs ending the program. See the agenda for Thursday, August 20 below.
THURSDAY'S SCHEDULE
| TIME | SESSION | TYPE |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Welcome & Opening | KICKOFF |
| 9:30 – 10:15 AM | Student Panel | SESSION |
| 10:15 – 10:20 AM | Break | BREAK |
| 10:20 – 11:50 AM | Student Services Resources | SESSION |
| 12:00 – 12:40 PM | Library Tour | TOUR |
| 12:40 – 1:00 PM | Lunch | BREAK |
| 1:00 – 3:30 PM | Faculty Support Resources | SESSION |
| 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Reception with Deans & Chairs | CLOSING |
Welcome to the Southern community — we're so glad you're here. Today is about more than logistics; it's about making connections, sharing resources and helping you to feel ready to be a part of Southern. Settle in, ask questions, and get ready to start a new year!