Group on Faculty Affairs (GFA)
The Group on Faculty Affairs (GFA) sustains faculty vitality in medical schools and teaching hospitals by supporting faculty affairs deans and administrators as they develop and implement institutional policies and professional development activities.
Spotlight
We welcome GFA members to apply for the next cohort of the GFA Mentoring Circles Program, developed by the GFA Professional Development Committee. To be selected as a mentor or mentee, complete the application by May 22, 2024.
Resources
Member Resources
- Making the Most Out of Your GFA Membership (PDF)
- Introduction to the AAMC and Its Group on Faculty Affairs
- GFA Resource List (PDF)
- GFA Professional Development Conference Webinar (see the presentation slides)
- GFA Mentoring Circles
- New Members Toolkit (PDF)
- Faculty Lifecycle Webinar Series
- Faculty Vitae Collection
- Understanding and Addressing Faculty Salary Equity
Guide to Group on Faculty Affairs
About
GFA representatives are appointed. Membership is open to individuals at AAMC member institutions appointed by the Dean of a member medical school or CEO of a member teaching hospital. Email gfa@aamc.org for appointments information or questions.
Carole J. Bland Phronesis Award
About the Award
The GFA established the Carole J. Bland Phronesis Award to commemorate the legacy of service and example of Dr. Bland. This award serves to honor members of the faculty affairs community who exemplify the spirit of phronesis through dedicated and selfless promotion of faculty vitality.
Selection
Online submissions will be reviewed and discussed by the GFA Steering Committee. Upon the GFA Steering Committee selecting a recipient, the Chair will notify the recipient. The award is presented at the annual GFA Professional Development Conference.
Nominations
The 2023 nomination cycle opens in Spring 2023. A call for award nominations will be sent.
Learn more about the requirements, selection process, and past winners
Member Communications
Connect with members of the Group on Faculty Affairs and stay informed on group news and priorities.
Steering Committee
The Group on Faculty Affairs offers numerous opportunities for members to collaborate and participate in group decisions and governance.
Professional Development and Program Planning Committees
A full list of the current members of the Professional Development and Program Planning Committees of the Group on Faculty Affairs.
Communications and Research & Scholarship Committees
A full list of the current members of the Communications Committee and Research & Scholarship Committee of the Group on Faculty Affairs.
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