Companion to the New Faculty Orientation
Thursday August 20, 2020
Table of Contents
Office of the Provost...... 4 Office of Academic Affairs...... 6 Office of Education Abroad and International Parternerships...8 FUSE: A Nexus for Interdisciplinary and Individualized Learning + Pratt Integrative Courses...... 10 Center for Teaching and Learning...... 12 Office of Research & Strategic Partnerships...... 14 Pratt Institute Libraries...... 16 Office of the Registrar...... 18 Office of Undergraduate Advisement...... 20 Arthur O.Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)...... 22
Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion...... 24 Learning/Access Center ...... 26 Center for Career and Professional Development...... 28 The Writing and Tutorial Center...... 30 Intensive English Program...... 32 Information Technology Division...... 34 Academic Senate...... 36 UFCT Local 1460...... 38 Title IX and Human Rights Complaints...... 40 Human Resources...... 42 4
Office of the Provost
The Office of the Provost shapes and supports all aspects of academic life at Pratt, with the aim of sustaining an inclusive and engaging environment that enables students, staff and faculty to do their best work.
The Office of the Provost oversees Academic Affairs as well as Research and Strategic Partnerships. In addition, all six Schools and their departments, Institutional Research, the Pratt Libraries and the Pratt Galleries are overseen by the Provost.
Under the umbrella of Academic Affairs reside Curriculum Development, Interdisciplinary Study, Center for Teaching and Learning, Education Abroad, Office of the Registrar, Undergraduate Advisement and the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP).
The Office of Research and Strategic Partnerships develops and supports creative and scholarly projects, supporting the Institute as a whole, and the work of individual faculty. The Office supports Pratt’s research Centers, develops partnerships with individuals and entities outside Pratt, and initiates and supports efforts to procure government and foundation grants.
Kirk E. Pillow, Provost Donna Heiland, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Allison Druin, Associate Provost for Research and Strategic Partnerships [email protected] | 718.636.3744
North Hall, 205 https://www.pratt.edu/the-institute/administration-resources/office-of-the- provost/ 5
Under the leadership of Pratt’s chief academic officer Provost Kirk E. Pillow, the Provost’s office staff works closely with Pratt’s academic and administrative leaders to:
• Improve Pratt’s performance in building a diverse pipeline of creative professionals and scholars. • Support faculty in their scholarly and creative practices. • Encourage innovation in teaching and learning. • Develop and offer a high quality and forward-looking curriculum. • Engage meaningfully with our local communities in Brooklyn and New York City. • Create opportunities for education abroad. • Collaborate with industry through research and professional partnerships. • Provide support for grant seekers and guidance on matters related to intellectual property. 6
Academic Affairs - Curriculum
Student learning is at the core of Pratt Institute. The Institute offers a curriculum that is intellectually rigorous and pedagogically effective, with the goal of educating artists, designers, architects, scholars and creative professionals to “become leaders in their professions” and “responsible contributors to society.” Pratt utilizes many strategies to ensure the excellence of the curriculum, ranging from workshops offered through the Center for Teaching and Learning, through faculty-led curriculum development and review processes, to regular program assessments.
Contact: Peg Fox, Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs [email protected] | 718.687.5659
North Hall, 205D https://www.pratt.edu/the-institute/administration-resources/office-of-the- provost/policies-processes-and-forms/ 7
Benefit to Students The Office of the Provost aims to benefit students, directly or indirectly, through all of its work. The Graduate Student Engagement Fund is run directly through the Provost’s office, and opportunities to present at the Research Open House are offered through the office of the Associate Provost for Research and Strategic Partnerships.
Benefit to Faculty • The Course Syllabus template presents a summary of the recommended syllabus elements. See link on the previous page. • Collaboration with the Academic Senate’s Faculty Development Fund Committee and highlighting successful projects annually. • All curriculum proposals go through a rigorous process at the Departmental, School, and Institute-wide levels. There is shared responsibility to ensure academic quality, integrity, and continuous improvements of the Institute’s educational programs. • Accountability and transparency evident with shared governance at various levels, including the Institute Curriculum Committee and the Academic Affairs Committee of the Pratt Institute Board of Trustees. 8
Office of Education Abroad and International Partnerships
At Pratt, we believe knowledge is boundless. We encourage our students to explore their education internationally through our many exciting study abroad and exchange programs and partnerships. With opportunities in many countries, it is easy to find a location that will strengthen their creativity and provide them with a once in a lifetime learning experience while still advancing the progress of their degrees.
Contact: Maria José Soares, Director, Education Abroad and Interna- tional Partnerships [email protected] | 718.687.5695
North Hall, 102 https://www.pratt.edu/academics/academic-resources/study-abroad/ 9
Benefit to Students
• The Education Abroad office is centralized and serves all students across the Institute. • The office assists students with their journey to go abroad from the initial phases of exploration to the pre-departure orientation. • The office is the first point of contact between students and academic departments across the Institute.
Benefit to Faculty
• The office serves all faculty across the Institute in exploring the possibility of a program abroad associated with their disciplines. • The office assists faculty with the initial proposal, the finances associated with a program, and the enrollment of students in said program. • The office meets with faculty to discuss different models of international education and how those might best serve their interests and timeframe. 10
FUSE: A Nexus for Interdisciplinary and Individualized Learning + Pratt Integrative Courses
The Fuse nexus is a framework that highlights Pratt’s commitment to interdisciplinary and integrative study. Courses, programs and initiatives provide students opportunities to engage outside their departments and to customize their learning experience.
Contact: Amir Parsa, Director of Interdiscpinary Study Renae Govinda, Program Assistant, Interdisciplinary Study [email protected] | 718.687.5859
North Hall, 205/206 pratt.edu/fuse commons.pratt.edu/fuse http://instagram.com/pratt_integrative_courses/ 11
Students have an opportunity to
• Create their own courses through Independent Study. • Explore their interests in minors and make connections to their major. • Create their own customized minor. • Engage in interdisciplinary learning through various offerings.
Faculty have an opportunity to
• Call for PIC proposals occur on an as-needed basis • Participate and engage in workshops and gatherings exploring integrative learning. • Contribute to interdisciplinary hubs and projects. 12
Center for Teaching and Learning
The Center for Teaching and Learning fosters a collaborative faculty community that builds on best pedagogical practices across all disciplines and teaching modalities at Pratt: classroom and studio pedagogy, online and hybrid formats, experiential hand-on learning, and more. The Center aims to create an interdisciplinary, resilient, and reflective learning environment to address the urgency of the ‘now’, ranging from discussing difficult issues in a diverse classroom to larger social and cultural complexities of our times.
The CTL’s guiding values are community, reflection, and action.
Contact: General Inquiries: [email protected] Judit Török, Director [email protected] Maura Conley, Learning Designer [email protected] Brooklyn Campus Library, 2nd Floor https://commons.pratt.edu/ctl/ 13
Benefit to Students The Center is ultimately guided by a commitment to promote contemplative and reflective teaching to support social justice through critical, inclusive and embodied practices with teachers who are passionate not only about their course content but also intentional about how they teach the ‘whole’ student.
Benefit to Faculty
• Participate in events, workshops, presentations to learn about new pedagogical practices. • Become a leader in presenting or co-facilitating sessions, showcase your own work related to teaching, learning or scholarship. • Contribute to a community to practice, or stop by for individual consultation to get tips and suggestions to invigorate your classroom and studio teaching. 14
Office of Research & Strategic Partnerships
The Provost’s Office for Research and Strategic Partnerships supports the development of Pratt research. The Office works with Pratt faculty and staff to explore new research or partnership ideas, to search for funding, and to promote and document the work that is accomplished. The Office hosts the now annual Research Open House, sends out the monthly RESEARCH NEWS with funding ideas, hosts research clinic hours, and offers Seed Grant competitions.
Contact: Allison Druin Associate Provost for Research & Strategic Partnerships [email protected]
North Hall, 206e https://www.pratt.edu/the-institute/administration-resources/office-of-the- provost/centers-and-academic-partnerships/ 15
Benefit to Students
• The funding that is developed for research can be used to support student internships, graduate assistantships, or part-time staff positions. • When students get involved in research projects, they get real world experience in exploring new ideas. • Many of our research experiences support partnerships with industry which enable students to meet, network with, or even work with possible employers.
Benefit to Faculty
• Faculty can find funding for the good ideas they have and want to pursue. • The Office helps faculty meet partners that could expand their areas of expertise. • When faculty are involved in research, they often develop new teaching programs with and for students. 16
Pratt Institute Libraries
The Libraries offer a variety of services and collections that support the Institute’s curriculum and faculty and student research. Students and faculty can access materials on-site or online, borrow hard-to-find resources from other libraries nationwide, and directly contribute to Libraries’ collections by recommending purchases.
Learn more about how the Libraries can support your work at https://library.pratt.edu/faculty/
Contact: Russ Abell, Director [email protected] | 718.636.3680 Amy Ballmer, Chair of Library Teaching, Learning & Collection Development [email protected] | 718.636.3680
Brooklyn Campus Library, 1st floor http://library.pratt.edu 17
Benefit to Students
• Research support is provided by librarians with expertise in your subject area. • Students and faculty have access to e-resources that include e-journals, e-books, images, statistics, and more. • Print collections include books and periodicals as well as artists’ books, zines, and the history of Pratt. • Video and film collections include DVDs, Blu-rays, VHS tapes, 16mm films, and streaming video. • A/V equipment includes laptops, digital and video cameras, projectors, audio recorders, and PA systems
Benefit to Faculty
• Librarians provide instructional support in the teaching of research methods, critical evaluation of information sources, citation management and scholarly communication. • The Libraries support object-based learning with the Pratt Institute Archives and Special Collections. • Librarians can help craft an effective research assignment and grading rubric to enhance student learning. 18
Office of the Registrar
The Office of the Registrar supports the academic mission and the educational programs of Pratt Institute. The office seeks to: • Create and maintain accurate student academic records in compliance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations. • Ensure student/faculty centered service through good management practices, the utilization of resources, and advanced technological methods. • Provide an effective method of service and support related to: class registration, enrollment, and graduation. • Make student data available in easily accessible formats to departments for administrative purposes and research. • Interpret Institute and governmental policies to faculty, staff, students, parents, and the general public.
Contact: Luke Phillips, Registrar Marcia Approo, Assistant Registrar [email protected] | 718.636.3663
Myrtle Hall, 6th floor 19
Benefit to Students
The Office of the Registrar provides the following: • Assist students with registration, viewing of grades, and maintenance of their academic record. • Enrollment and graduation verifications. • Oversee the completion of degree requirements. • Graduate all student and issue diplomas.
Benefit to Faculty
The Office of the Registrar provides the following: • Schedule all classes for registration and assign them to classrooms. • Attend to all reported Retention Alerts. • Instructions and support relating to online grading to Faculty • Instructions and support relating to online class roster. We work with Faculty to identify and drop students that are on the class roster that have not shown up to class. 20
Office of Undergraduate Advisement
A staff of nine full time professional advisors work to help Pratt undergraduate population meet their requirements for graduation. Students are assigned an advisor based on their major, ensuring a singular and consistent voice of advisement.
Contact: Mike Farnham, Director of Undergraduate Advisement [email protected] | 718.230.2611
Myrtle Hall, 6th Floor https://www.pratt.edu/academics/undergraduate-advisement/ 21
Benefit to Students
• Our staff explains curricular issues to students. • We clarify and explain all graduation requirements. • Our staff apprise students of their academic standing. • We serve as a liaison between the student and other administrative offices.
Benefit to Faculty
• The Office of Undergraduate Advisement is a resource for faculty when a student is having academic troubles. Feel free to reach out as you encounter any related questions. 22
Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunities Program (HEOP)
Established by the New York State Legislature in 1969, the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) provides an opportunity for admission and support to talented New York State students who have not reached their full academic potential due to barriers in their educational, economic, or personal background.
HEOP’s mission is to make higher education possible for students who are capable and motivated to be successful as college students but whose test scores and/or high school grades are lower than Pratt Institute’s admission standards, and who come from low-income families. HEOP is an academic support program that serves students of all races, ethnicities, and from all regions of the state.
Contact: Amanda Diaz, Director Elvis Jimenez, Assistant Director Aurora Robinson, Counselor and Tutor coordinator Kristopher Hudson, Program Coordinator
718.636.3524
Myrtle Hall, 6W.7-11 https://www.pratt.edu/admissions/financing-your-education/heop/ 23
Benefit to Students
• Provide access to a 4-year college education. • Academic support services: 1-month Summer Program, semester tutoring, academic counseling and intervention. • Financial support service: provide state and institutional funds to assist with the cost of enrollment, offer financial literacy workshops and supplemental financial aid counseling. • Personal counseling services: offer personal counseling to assist students with college transition and navigation of college systems.
Benefit to Faculty
Academic partnership: • Works collaboratively with faculty to offer supplemental academic support to students. • Mid-semester progress reports are requested to be knowledgeable of student progress and assist students with academic support and/or intervention. • Faculty members are hired to provide HEOP summer program instruction and semester tutoring. • Faculty members are encouraged to have an open dialog with HEOP counselors and students to foster academic success. 24
Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) partners with internal and external stakeholders to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Pratt’s DEI Strategic Plan has four areas of focus: Creating a Welcoming Environment, Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Student Body, Hiring and Retaining a Diverse Faculty and Staff, and Expanding “Beyond the Gates” to the External Community.
The Center for Equity and Inclusion (CEI) educates, empowers, and advo- cates for students, faculty, and staff to raise critical consciousness around diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. The CEI hosts monthly Community Dialogues and programming for various history and heritage months.
The DEI Allies Training Certificate Program educates full-time and part- time faculty and staff to actively promote and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Pratt community. The DEI Allies Program requires completion of four sessions - Allyship and Intersectionality, Bias and Mi- croaggressions, Cultural Appreciation, and Gender and Sexuality. Contact: [email protected] | 718.687.5326 Nsombi B. Ricketts - Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Jazmin A. Peralta - Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Tyler Cino Maradiaga - Program Coordinator Megan Humphrey - Administrative Assistant https://www.pratt.edu/the-institute/diversity-and-inclusion/ 25
Benefit to Students
• Programming that supports various identities and affinity month celebrations. • Dialogues on relevant issues impacting our community. • Advocacy for students regarding diversity, equity and inclusion concerns.
Benefit to Faculty
• Training on diversity, equity and inclusion topics. • Events and dialogues on relevant issues impacting our community. • Advocacy for faculty regarding diversity, equity and inclusion concerns. 26
Learning/Access Center (L/AC)
The staff at Pratt’s Learning/Access Center (L/AC) has tools available to help all Pratt students achieve academic success. At the L/AC all students can participate in short-term, one-on-one meetings with peer and/or professional tutors to help with academic difficulties and time management issues, explore assistive technology, and take part in student success programming. Additionally, students with disabilities can enroll with the L/AC to determine and receive reasonable accommodations for classroom, housing, and other campus settings.
Elisabeth Sullivan, L/AC Director, is also Pratt’s designated 504 Coordinator.
The L/AC will maintain an on campus presence for Fall 2020; however, the vast majority of our appointments will be conducted virtually. Please contact L/AC by email or phone for an appointment.
Elisabeth Sullivan, L/AC Director [email protected] | 718.802.3123
ISC Building, Suite 104 https://www.pratt.edu/lac 27
Benefit to Students
• All Pratt students can visit our full-service learning center where they can meet with staff, explore assistive technology, and take part in student success programming. • Students can meet with professional and/or peer academic coaches and tutors. Academic coaching includes time management, study skills, reading skills, and brainstorming for projects. Tutoring is available in various subjects across the Pratt curriculum. • Students with disabilities can enroll with the L/AC to determine and receive reasonable accommodations for classroom, housing, and other campus settings. • The L/AC also houses the Veteran Resource Center, which provides comprehensive support services to help military and veteran students and their dependents succeed at Pratt.
Benefit to Faculty
• The L/AC notifies faculty about students with disabilities who receive classroom accommodations via the Faculty Notification Letter (FNL). Receipt of the FNL is considered the legal notification to provide accommodations, and indicates that the student has provided permission for the professor and L/AC to speak. The L/AC works with students and faculty as needed to implement the approved accommodations. • Faculty can refer any student for academic support and/or confer with L/AC staff about student concerns. • Staff are available to give presentations at departmental, faculty, or other meetings, on a wide range of topics related to the academic support and success of students at Pratt. 28
Center for Career and Professional Development
The Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) strives to inspire, support, and educate students and alumni to develop their full potential as creative entrepreneurs, locate staff and freelance opportunities, and succeed as fine art practitioners. Career strategists help Pratt students and alumni navigate the path from college to career with clarity, competence, and confidence by working with them on professional learning goals for internships and career goals for their job search. The center develop resources and programs to foster meaningful connections between students, alumni, and industry.
Mackenzie Adriance, Assistant Director Career Counseling and Experiential Learning [email protected] | 718.636.3506
East Hall, 1st floor https://www.pratt.edu/student-life/center-for-career-professional-development/ https://ccpd.pratt.edu/faculty/ 29
Benefit to Students
• Career & Professional Advisement - Resumes, Cover Letters, Portfolio, Internship, Career Strategizing, Life Coaching, Career Assessments including MBTI and Clifton Strengths • Experiential Learning - Internships, Entrepreneurship/Ignition Lab Program, and Fulbright/Grants. • Events and Employer Engagement – Career Fairs, Networking, Recruiting, Information Sessions, Portfolio Reviews, and Studio Visits. • Wellbeing - Mindfulness & Contemplative Practice Resources
Benefit to Faculty
• Class Visits and Collaborations. • Industry Trends and Hiring Practices. • Assistance with connecting students with internships, experiential opportunities, and jobs. • Meditation Incubator Program
https://www.pratt.edu/student-life/center-for-career-professional-development/ https://ccpd.pratt.edu/faculty/ 30
The Writing and Tutorial Center (WTC)
The Writing and Tutorial Center (WTC) provides academic support for text based assignments to any Pratt student regardless of program or status. One on one sessions with a professional staff member help guide students through strategies for improving the clarity, organization and correctness of their work. Support for math and science and conversation for second language learners is also provided.
Randy Donowitz, Director Brian Cook, Assistant to the Director [email protected] | 718.636.3459
North Hall, 101 https://www.pratt.edu/academics/liberal-arts-and-sciences/writing-and- tutorial-center/ 31
Benefit to Students
• Students can take advantage of face to face, real time discussion of their written work. • Tutorials help students build their confidence and skill. • However, we are not a proofreading service.
Benefit to Faculty
• Faculty can recommend students to to the WTC to receive tutorial from our professional staff members. • Staff have a wide range of expertise and can provide feedback on papers from different fields and topic areas. 32
Intensive English Program
The Intensive English Program (IEP) supports student success through development of English proficiency and academic competence. The pro- gram provides academic English language instruction to both matriculated graduate and undergraduate students. The curriculum includes art, design, and architecture content and is enhanced by direct exposure to related cultural experiences and language-learning technology.
Nancy Seidler, Director [email protected] | 718.636.3450
Dekalb Hall, 4th floor https://www.pratt.edu/iep 33
Benefit to Students
The IEP is a full-time language program for pre-matriculated students, and English language courses for matriculated graduate and undergraduate students. 34
Information Technology Division
The Pratt Information Technology Division is comprised of four departments: Academic Computing, Enterprise Systems, Interactive Services and the Interdisciplinary Technology Lab. While each of the departments has a distinct set of roles at Pratt Institute, the team members of each department work in a highly cooperative manner.
All technology services can be requested through the Pratt Technology Desk.
[email protected] | 718.636.3765
Brooklyn: ARC Building Lower Level, A-03 Manhattan: 144 West 14 Street, 5th floor, 502 https://www.pratt.edu/intranet/intranet-campus-tech/intranet-personal/ 35
Benefit to Students
• The Technology Desk which serves all needs such as assistance with OneKey accounts for the Google Suite and access to the MyPratt portal as well as help with software and hardware issues/questions, the PrattCard, etc. • The computer labs located throughout both campuses. • The Document Output Centers (DOC) which covers an extensive range of outputs from traditional, large format, photo and fabric printing to 3D output and scanning.
Benefit to Faculty
• In addition to the services listed for students, faculty are also entitled to free licensing for Adobe Creative Cloud. • The Microsoft Office suite is also available for a $9.95 fee. • Faculty can also take advantage of reduced pricing through our agreements with a number of manufacturers including Dell and Apple. 36
Academic Senate
The Academic Senate is a shared governance body representing faculty, chairs, and teaching staff at Pratt Institute. The Senate advises the Board of Trustees and administration, and its main responsibilities include academic policy review, curriculum review, academic services, funding opportunities, and nominations and elections for various positions, including nominating Pratt’s annual Distinguished Teacher. The Senate meets monthly during the fall and spring semesters to hear reports, vote on actions, and hold elections for open positions.
Chris Alen Sula, President [email protected] | 212.647.7377 [email protected] | 718.636.3625
East Hall, 005 http://prattsenate.org 37
Benefit to Students
• The Senate reviews academic policies and curricula that directly impact students. • Collects student nominations annually for the Distinguished Teacher Award. • The Senate liaise with Student Government Association and other groups as relevant.
Benefit to Faculty
• The Senate is the primary representative body for faculty in shared governance. • Offer several funding opportunities and awards for faculty. • The nominations we facilitate for committees, searches (dean and above), and Institute and Board of Trustees positions allow faculty to have an impact on issues that matter to them. 38
UFCT Local 1460
The UFCT Local 1460 is the sole collective bargaining representative for all terms & conditions of employment for all full-time and part-time Pratt faculty bargaining unit members.
Kye Carbone, President [email protected] | 718.636.3614
North Hall,125 http://www.pratt-union.org 39
TENURE: “Academic freedom and economic security are necessary for the success of the Institute in fulfilling its obligations to its students and to society.” 40
Title IX and Human Rights Complaints
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX protects students, employees, applicants for admission and employment, and other persons from all forms of sex discrimination, including discrimination based on gender identity or failure to conform to stereotypical notions of masculinity or femininity. Human Rights Complaints also include race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, age, and other protected categories. Any equity concern can be directed to this Office.
Judith Faith Williams Cadet Title IX Coordinator [email protected]
Health and Wellness Office, Willoughby Hall, 1 https://www.pratt.edu/student-life/student-affairs/office-of-the-vice- president-for-student-affairs/student-policies/community-standards/ student-sexual-misconduct-policy/ 41
Benefit to Students
• All students (as well as other persons) at recipient institutions are protected by Title IX – regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, part- or full-time status, disability, race, or national origin – in all aspects of an institution’s educational programs and activities. • Human Resources, the Department of Safety and Security, and the Division of Student Affairs can also offer assistance with Title IX-related concerns. The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) is also an available resource for Title IX questions (www2.ed.gov/ocr/).
Benefit to Faculty
All Pratt Faculty are protected by Title IX – regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, part- or full-time status, disability, race, or national origin – in all aspects of an institution’s educational programs and activities. 42
Human Resources
Human Resource (HR) is committed to the principles of confidentiality, sensitivity, and respect in serving Pratt employees, candidates for employment, and other members of the Pratt community. We are involved with recruitment and hiring, on-boarding, benefits administration, salary and pay issues, employee and labor relations, human rights issues, diversity initiatives, and maintenance of faculty and staff files and data. We welcome in-person, phone and email inquiries.
Please contact the Human Resources (HR) reception desk and you will be directed to the appropriate HR staff member.
[email protected] | 718.636.3787
Myrtle Hall, 2 East
https://www.pratt.edu/the-institute/administration-resources/finance- administration/human-resources/ (external site) https://www.pratt.edu/intranet/human-resources/ (intranet) 43
Benefit to Students
HR processes paperwork for student employees to enable them to be placed on payroll. We will be rolling out online tools for this process during the coming year.
Benefit to Faculty
• Faculty on-boarding • Benefits administration • Salary and pay issues • Labor relations (in conjunction with the Provost’s Office) and employee relations • Digital and paper personnel files