The Staff Development Committee (SDC) plans and coordinates faculty and staff development activities and administers professional development endeavors. Its three primary activities include:
Grants
A special Staff Development Fund is assigned by the Chancellor to make possible a number of staff development activities not otherwise provided for. The Staff Development Committee oversees the Fund. Three signatures are required for all requisitions: the Chancellor, the respective unit supervisor (Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Vice Chancellor of Student Services, etc.), and the Fiscal Officer.
Additional funds are raised by the Staff Development Committee and kept in a UH Foundation account. Whenever possible, it is preferable to use SD funds.
Professional Development Opportunities
SDC plans and events for the college that offer professional development opportunities to faculty and staff. Through Huis, trainings, and workshops, the PDC, offers Zumba, Tenure, Promotion and Contract huis, training workshops for System topics like security and innovations in technology, and more.
Fundraising
SDC raises monies for staff development activities through an annual fundraising event at the WCC Hoʻolaulea. Monies is also received through donations and gifts.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT AWARDS FOR 2018-2019
Individual Grants:
| Awardee | Project/Event | Dates | Amount | Post Grant Reflection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisamarie Bensman | Central Europe Psychology Study Abroad Trip | May 5 – Jun 3, 2019 | $1000 | |
| Susan St. John | Site Visit for Faculty at the Institute of Study Abroad Ireland | April 10 – April 15, 2019 | $1000 | |
| Sarah Gray | American Library Association (ALA) 2019 Midwinter Meeting and Exhibits | Jan 25 – Jan 29, 2019 | $928.16 | |
| Brian Carl Keoki Faria | Language Proficiency Teacher Training Workshops | Dec 14 – Dec 17, 2018 | $400 | |
| Kathleen Baxter | Mission Rabies Vaccination Drive | Sept 29 – Oct 13, 2018 | $1000 | |
| Michelle Smith | International Pacific Marine Educators Network (IPMEN) Biannual Event | Oct 1 – Oct 5, 2018 | $1000 |
