Overview
Reflecting our strengths and common goals, Dean Jennifer Malat launched four new initiatives that align with the University's strategic plan, UNM 2040: Opportunity Defined:
- Staff Professional Development
- Advancing Inclusive Excellence in the College of Arts & Sciences
- Leaders in Student Success
- WeR1 College of Arts & Sciences
Three of the four opportunities have concluded, with the exception of the Staff Professional Development Program, which is still accepting applications.
AI Literacy Faculty Fellows Program | Accepting Applications Through 2/25
The College is seeking 6-12 fellows to a cross-disciplinary cohort of A&S faculty prepared to make informed, reflective decisions about generative AI in teaching and to share effective practices across the College, in alignment with university initiatives.Submit: Statement of interest (≤500 words) with artifact idea; teaching context and dissemination plan; optional chair support note.
Lead Facilitator applicants should include an additional vision and leadership experience statement (≤500 words). Submit all application materials to asadmin@unm.edu with AI Literacy Fellows as the subject line.
STIPENDS
- Faculty Fellows: $5,000 (summer stipend)
- Lead Facilitator: $10,000 or one course release plus $5,000
Additional details, including information on selection criteria, are in the PDFs below.

Staff Professional Development Program
In the College of Arts & Sciences, we value our staff members’ contributions to our mission and encourage growth in their professional skills. The A&S Staff Professional Development Program provides staff access to certain training workshops, seminars, conferences, and professional development opportunities. More Info



