Managing Research and Other Academic Responsibilities at an R1 University

Session Title: Managing Research and Other Academic Responsibilities at an R1 University 

Presenters: 

Galaxina Wright, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Counseling, College of Psychology 

Description: The interactive presentation is designed to assist faculty in navigating the complexities of balancing various roles in a high-research environment. Interaction is highly engaging and reflective, centered on hands-on activities where participants analyze their current time management and workloads. Attendees will leave with a reframed mindset regarding their professional responsibilities and a suite of practical management strategies for balancing research, teaching, and service. By the end of the session, participants will have identified personal takeaways and actionable steps to incorporate into their schedules for the following week. 

Learning Objectives:  

By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 

• Analyze the expectations and history of R1 universities within the Carnegie system to understand the context of institutional transitions and how they affect faculty roles. 

• Apply "Research in Rotation" and time-management strategies to balance active and passive academic projects while simultaneously managing teaching and service obligations. 

• Evaluate personal productivity environments and available university resources to create an actionable plan for incorporating specific management techniques into the following week's schedule.