Faculty Affairs

Welcome from Director of Faculty Affairs

Faculty Affairs supports and advocates all faculty member’s professional growth and career development by acting as a liaison for oversight and governing all faculty-related activities, policies, and structure.

SIU SOM has been one of the best quality and innovative medical education programs nationally and internationally. Faculty at SIU SOM is the change agent to make this happen and plays a significant role in meeting the medical school’s mission.  

Director of Faculty Affairs Heeyoung Han, PhD

hhan@siumed.edu

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Our Vision

“You, as a human being and faculty, thrive in your academic career at SIU SOM and beyond.” 

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Guiding philosophy for the vision

  • We recognize and value your being as a whole self in supporting your professional work and growth. 
     
  • We see all faculty at any level should have opportunities to grow professionally. 
     
  • We have a holistic approach to achieving the vision by supporting faculty career journeys and success at individual, organizational, and community levels. 

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