Please join Sarah Nielsen, the outgoing interim OFD director, in extending a warm welcome to our new OFD director, Dr. Dawna Komorosky. With over 20 years at East Bay, Dr. Komorosky brings extensive experience in faculty leadership, mentoring, and academic development. As former chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and interim associate dean in CLASS, she has led initiatives in faculty recruitment, inclusive hiring, curriculum development, and student success. A committed advocate for equity and innovation in teaching, she has participated in numerous professional development programs. Dr. Komorosky is excited to support faculty growth and foster a collaborative, inclusive academic environment.
The CSU Chancellor’s Office offers courses and resources about Generative AI on their page. The Online Campus Faculty Support & Resource page includes multiple opportunities for faculty to get help with online course design, AI, Canvas, accessibility, and external applications/tools. OFD's AI Working Groups page has additional resources and information for faculty.
Developing Equitable Grading Practices, a self-paced course developed by CSUEB faculty members Eve Higby and Stephanie Zaleski, is available to all faculty and staff through Canvas. Please email Dawna Komorosky (dawna.komorosky@csueastbay.edu) to be added to the course. OFD provides proof of completion.
Mission: The Office of Faculty Development & Center for Excellence in Teaching supports faculty in their roles as teachers, scholars, and members of the university and community. We provide opportunities and space for faculty to collaborate on projects that improve teaching and student learning. We strive to enhance collegiality among faculty as we all expand our intellectual, pedagogical, and scholarly horizons. Our services are available to full and part-time CSU East Bay faculty at all stages of their academic careers.