PD Funds

Professional Development Funds for Faculty & Instructional Staff

Professional development (PD) funds are allocated to faculty and instructional staff annually aligning with the fiscal year during which the faculty and instructional staff is on appointment. Given that the academic year follows a different span of time than the fiscal year, questions may arise about which "year" of funding covers PD expenses, particularly for expenses occurring during the summer months. Reference the guidelines below as you plan for your PD usage.

• Professional development funds will be allocated at the start of the fiscal year and will be in effect for 12 months.  For example, Academic Year 2024-2025 PD funds will be available for use beginning July 1, 2024 and can be used through June 30, 2025.

• Faculty/P&A (instructional staff) professional development annual allocations are $1,500  (based on 100% FTE, pro-rated for reduced percent appts).

• Common PD purchases include: Conference registration, airfare and travel expenses related to professional development, membership renewals, and books or software purchases related to teaching or research.

• PD funds may not be utilized to supplement salary and are not paid out to an employee leaving the department.

• All PD funds purchases must be approved by the department and are subject to University policies.

• PD funds may be carried over at the discretion of the Department Chair due to extenuating circumstances.

• Eligible employees will receive an email with their PD allocation each fall.

View the page on making purchases for more information.

Contact Rochelle Hammer, department administrator with any questions.