2024 - 25 Annual Report
Faculty Support
Leadership in Academic Culture and Education ( LACE ) Committee
In 2024 , LACE held eight virtual meetings and hosted three in - person retreats , including a September retreat to review working group progress , a December session with guest speaker Utah Senator Karen Kwan who discussed faculty engagement in policy and advocacy , and a Spring Retreat in February featuring guest speaker Meshea Poore , whose session focused on leadership . LACE ’ s guiding objectives include : Enhancing institutional culture and climate Supporting recruitment and retention strategies for postdoctoral trainees and faculty Promoting education and training that fosters a welcoming learning environment Advising on policies , accreditation standards , and accountability . The committee also plays a key role in outreach and community engagement , working to build relationships that strengthen ties with the broader community .
The Leadership in Academic Culture and Education ( LACE ) Committee plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and welcoming academic environment across the SFESOM . As a strategic advisory body to the Dean , LACE bridges communication between departments and leadership , aligning institutional priorities with those of the University of Utah and the Association of American Medical Colleges . LACE ’ s impact is rooted in its broad representation , bringing together departmental leaders from both clinical and basic science units along with faculty , residents , and student representatives . This structure allows for meaningful collaboration and a wide range of input and responsiveness to evolving institutional needs . Through regular monthly meetings and six targeted working groups — Trainee Recruitment , Faculty Recruitment , Faculty Retention , Mistreatment , Better U Survey , and Education & Training — LACE advances initiatives that address structural matters .
LACE Spring Retreat ( February 2025 )
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