Faculty Affairs and Professional Development

FAPD develops a vibrant, healthy and engaging community where everyone can thrive, advance the school’s mission and cultivate the school's core values.

World-renowned immunologist, award winner to speak at IU

Mark Brothers Award winner Jenny Ting, PhD, is one of the world's most frequently cited immunologists, authoring more than 360 scientific papers and mentoring more than 100 trainees who now lead laboratories, clinical programs and companies around the world. Hear her speak at a live event at IU School of Medicine April 8.

A dark blue background is overlaid with a gold sparkly ribbon and the words "Congratulations to the 2026 Trustees' Teaching Award winners!"

See which educators are being recognized for teaching excellence

The IU Board of Trustees has recognized 57 IU School of Medicine educators with the 2026 Trustees' Teaching Award, recognizing those who demonstrate teaching excellence, keep learners front and center, and create a welcoming learning environment. Take a moment to congratulate your colleagues for receiving this honor!

Attend a 'fireside chat' with Dean Hess as we celebrate his legacy

Before his retirement in July, IU School of Medicine Dean Jay Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA, will sit down for a fireside chat-style interview about his leadership, proudest moments and hopes for the school's future. The Stephen P. Bogdewic Lectureship in Medical Leadership event will be held April 30.

faculty speak together during a social event

Our Mission

Establish and sustain a culture that promotes faculty vitality and organizational learning.
Train, educate and empower faculty and staff leaders who can promote the development of others and craft a culture of wellness that is welcoming of all.
Plan, communicate and implement evidence-based faculty and leadership development activities.
Ensure effective and successful recruitment, appointment, orientation, retention and promotion of faculty.

The FAPD staff poses for a group shot during a team outing at Random Acts of Flowers, where they created bouquets of flowers for patients at IU Health and other facilities.

Our Team

With a shared focus on fostering excellence in teaching, research, clinical care and service, our team is passionate about empowering faculty members to thrive and make a lasting impact in academic medicine.

(We also like to come together to do good and have fun. At left, the FAPD team partnered with Random Acts of Flowers to create dozens of bouquets of flowers for patients at IU Health and other central Indiana hospitals.)

Meet the FAPD team