What is the Academy of Educators?

The Academy develops educational leaders and applies the science of teaching and learning to advance health professions education. We aim to be a nationally recognized center of excellence, driven by a thriving community of educators and scholars invested in the transformation of health professions education.

 

School of Medicine & Dentistry

SMD Programs

 

Eastman Institute for Oral Health

EIOH Education

 

School of 
Nursing

SON Academics

Why Join?

• Build a community of practice and network of educators at University of Rochester Medicine
• Prioritize interprofessional learning and offerings for all stages of the career lifespan
• Foster culture of theory-driven, technology-enabled evidence-based scholarship ("walk the talk")
• Center student/trainee perspective and provide early exposure to educational principles
• Support faculty promotion and promote education as a valued professional activity

Eligibility & Application

All faculty within University of Rochester Medicine – those with appointments at UR School of Nursing and UR School of Medicine & Dentistry – are invited to apply for acceptance to the Academy. If you have questions about your eligibility, please reach out via our Contact Us form. Applications will open each fall. Please submit all requested materials within that window to ensure you are considered for acceptance. If you have questions or would like to be reminded when the application opens, please submit a note via our Contact Us form.

Timeline

• September (exact dates TBA) | Applications Open
• November (exact dates TBA) | Applications Close
• November – February (exact dates TBA) | Applications Evaluated
• February (exact dates TBA) | Applicants Notified of their Membership Status