Office of Faculty Development
Providing a community of teaching practice and resources for faculty success.
The Office of Faculty Development's Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET), located in the Business and Liberal Arts Center Room B502, is equipped with technology, tools, and resources to support faculty success in the classroom and beyond.
Schedule a faculty development consultation.
Opportunities and Resources

Faculty Development Grants & Awards
The Faculty Development Grants and Awards (FDGA) program funds faculty professional
development and administers SUNY Chancellor's Awards for Faculty Excellence. Visit
this page to learn more about FDGA travel, research, and special projects grants and
SUNY Chancellor's Awards opportunities.

Teaching, Learning, & Curriculum Development
Teaching and learning resources include strategies and information that help faculty cultivate engaging learning environments. We offer curriculum development and delivery support.

Educational Research at FIT
Learn more about education research at FIT and discover information and scholarship
that can enhance your teaching practice.

Professional Advancement Pathways
Learn more about the tenure and promotion process and connect with resources and departments
that support your success at FIT. In this section, you can access the Faculty Handbook,
T&P information, leadership opportunities and other resources.

Teaching, AI, and Technology
Discover opportunities to use technology to further your course objectives. Learn about digital syllabus, AI, assistive technologies, and other tools that enhance the teaching and learning environment when used effectively.

Faculty Toolbox for Scholarly and Creative Activities
Connect with FIT resources that support your scholarly and creative work. Find information
related to research, grants, and opportunities for scholarship.
Faculty Development Consultations
Brian Fallon, Director
Brian offers one-to-one consultations on:
- teaching practices
- course design
- curriculum development
- tenure and promotion guidance
- FDGA application support
- SUNY Chancellor's Awards for faculty
Meg Joseph, Associate Director
Meg offers one-to-one consultations on:
- class assignments, rubrics, and grading
- teaching and learning practice and scholarship
- curriculum development and course design
- general education and PLO assessment
Jeffrey Riman, Coordinator
Jeffrey offers one-to-one and small group consultations on:
- course design
- teaching strategies and practices
- classroom management
- teaching AI and technology
FIT also provides many services and resources to support faculty work with students and professional well-being.
Contact Us
Center for Excellence in Teaching
Brian Fallon, PhD |
Meg Joseph, PhD |
Jeffrey Riman |
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