Mission
The mission of the Dornsife Academic Service Hubs is to provide optimal, localized support to academic departments by providing specialized services that foster the academic, instructional, and research-driven engagement of faculty, staff and students in the Dornsife community.
Vision
Based on a divisional framework, develop and implement a localized model of support for approximately 36 academic departments in Dornsife. Structurally, the model resulted in a shift from department specific to division specific support, fostering a space of collaboration and engagement in similar scholarly activities.
Strategy
Commit to the identity, autonomy and authenticity of each department, driving the fluid nature of the hubs’ model and the consistent need for feedback on how to improve processes and procedures that will strengthen academic programs at Dornsife.
Goals
To create a sustainable model of support for academic departments, based on a divisional framework.
To provide continuity of services throughout the transition from department specific to division specific support services.
To create specialized opportunities for staff that align with their professional goals.
Areas of Support
In collaboration with partners across the college, the Dornsife Academic Service Hubs will offer academic departments support in the following areas:
– Administrative and Clerical Support
– PhD Recruitment and Advising
– Instructor, Student and Course Support
– Faculty Affairs
Staff Directories
Our staff directories provide contact information, supporting department affiliations, and the responsibilities assigned to each team member.
Timeline
While the implementation of the hubs will initially be delivered virtually, physical spaces will be identified throughout 2026. Simultaneously, the feedback loop with faculty, students and staff through surveys and listening sessions will inform the changing landscape and department needs.
Transitioning to the Dornsife Academic Service Hubs
Winter 2026
During this time, the hubs will be established virtually, with an emphasis on training and development.
Spring 2026
The feedback loop consisting of surveys and listening sessions will be conducted with faculty, staff and students.
Summer 2026
Summer 2026 will be an opportunity to focus on the physical presence of the hubs at the University Park Campus (UPC).
Survey
Your feedback is critically important to the future of the hubs, especially as it relates to supporting department efforts that align with the university mission of academic excellence.
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