Fostering Faculty Vitality: Cultivating Collegiality through Cohort-Based Learning Communities

Faculty burnout and turnover remain pressing concerns in higher education, particularly for mid-career faculty facing increased service demands and diminishing support. This panel explores how cohort-based faculty learning communities can foster faculty vitality—an energized state of professional well-being linked to satisfaction and productivity. Presenters will share insights from a pilot program that enhanced collegial relationships and professional growth. Attendees will discuss strategies for implementing similar cohorts, securing administrative support, and fostering sustainable engagement. This session offers actionable approaches for faculty and administrators to cultivate vitality for long-term career satisfaction in an evolving academic landscape.