Office for Faculty Advancement

Welcome to the Office for Faculty Advancement

Our mission is to provide support and resources for the promotion and tenure programs and process, to offer faculty development opportunities, to foster recognition of faculty achievements in both teaching and scholarly/creative work, to partner with units to recruit, welcome, retain and support faculty, and to promote leadership development of faculty as they advance into academic leadership roles.

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Office for Faculty Advancement

Linked Department (or Location): Submit a Support Request
Location Detail: 518F King Library
Email: facultyadv@uky.edu
Phone: Office: (859) 257-7915 | Fax: (859) 257-2987; 72987 for inside UK

New Faculty Resources

Resources for new or prospective faculty members.

Faculty Development Programs

Catalog of development programs offered by the Office for Faculty Advancement.

Submit a Family Medical Leave/TDL Request (Faculty only)

Faculty Members may submit Family Medical Leave and/or Temporary Disability Leave requests using this portal. For more information, see our page on Faculty Leave Policies.

Requests may be submitted using the link below or faxed to (859) 257-2987

Submit an FML/TDL Request

Faculty Hiring Policies

Resources for recruiting and hiring new faculty members.

Promotion and Tenure Policies and Resources

Policies, resources, and information regarding the appointment, promotion, and tenure of faculty.

Work-Life and Well-Being

See resources from UK HR for supporting a healthy relationship between work and life outside of work.

OFA News and Upcoming Events

Directors of Undergraduate Studies Summit

Gatton Student Center, Ballroom B

Oct 10, 2025

The University of Kentucky’s Office for Faculty Advancement and Office for Academic Affairs are pleased to host the upcoming Directors of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) Summit on Friday, October 10, 2025. This event is designed for current Directors of Undergraduate Studies and Directors of Undergraduate Certificate Programs, but we also welcome faculty and staff who are interested in learning more about the resources and initiatives that support undergraduate education and student success.

October Work Life & Well-being Bulletin

Oct 1, 2025

Can you feel it? Fall is in the air. We can see leaves starting to change colors all over town. We are greeted by cooler mornings and warm afternoons. Some might call this season perfect unless you have severe allergies. Our college students are feeling a bit more settled into their class schedules and routines. Hopefully, our campus employees are getting used to the new traffic patterns and volume.

Apply Now for ESC Grants!

Sep 12, 2025

Apply Now for ESC Grants! The ESC's Engaged Scholarship Research/Creative Activities Grants Program offers financial support for projects that foster mutually beneficial partnerships between university scholars and communities.

Faculty Career Coaching Opportunities

Jul 30, 2025

Coaching Opportunities Working with a coach can help you as you take on new challenges, undergo a transition, or determine next steps for your career. What is coaching? Coaching is a powerful, ongoing relationship that helps you focus and realize your vision and goals. With a professional coach, you will get the tools and support to empower you to remove obstacles and facilitate change. Is coaching the same as advising or consulting?

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