Faculty Well-Being

17/02/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1
Faculty Well-Being

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Episode Synopsis

Faculty often come under immense pressure to perform as excellent educators, stellar researchers, and adept practitioners within their disciplines. This pressure, combined with expectations of university-wide service and external obligations, can deteriorate the wellbeing of faculty members. Additionally, members of underrepresented and minoritized groups often face high risks of burnout and fatigue from what is often called a 'minority tax,' or additional stress placed on underrepresented individuals. There are several strategies faculty can use to support their wellbeing, including working with a mentor to help identify appropriate workload balance, finding community among other faculty members, and seeking professional help when needed. TLC to Go is an AI-generated podcast produced by the Teaching and Learning Center at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.