New Faculty Launch
New Faculty Launch hosted by the Provost’s Faculty Affairs team is an orientation program designed to help familiarize new faculty with University resources to advance their careers as scholars, teachers leaders and mentors.
The goal of the program is to accelerate new faculty members’ integration into the University community. The program will also provide new faculty with multiple opportunities to interact with both new and current faculty and campus’ faculty leaders.
Who can participate in New Faculty Launch?
- New tenured and tenure-track faculty
- New professional-track faculty
- FTE 50% or higher
2026-27 New Faculty Launch Programming
Faculty hired to begin in Fall 2026 or who already began but did not have an opportunity to attend last year’s orientation can register for our fall event taking place from from Monday, Aug. 17 to Wednesday, Aug. 19 at the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center.
Resources for New Employee Onboarding
As new faculty get to know campus, they are encouraged to stay in communication with their
local college or school human resources representative for help with onboarding tasks like
upgrading EIDs and obtaining an ID Card. Additional information about onboarding tasks, can be found at the HR New Employee Orientation website. Please note that not all tasks will apply to all faculty, but your local HR representative can share what your next steps will be in the onboarding process.
Event Agendas
August 2026 Kick-Off (Agenda Coming Soon!)
January Mini-Orientation (Agenda Coming Soon!)
Explore Austin and UT
Eateries, art, and entertainment are at your fingertips in the heart of Texas. From campus hotspots and museums, to historic locations and outdoor adventures around Austin, here’s a one-stop-shop to get your started exploring the area.
The University of Texas at Austin
With dozens of museums, libraries, centers, institutes and special venues on campus, there’s always something to check out in between research or while taking a break from grading.
Austin, TX
Austin, Texas is a city of food and music. Step away from campus to tour the Capitol, grab a bite to eat and enjoy indoor and outdoor attractions.
Texas Hill Country
Take a hike, breathe a bit of fresh air, and cheers to a new career in the Texas Hill Country, known for its natural, scenic splendor.