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Developing an Academic Identity

Sat, April 11, 1:45 to 3:15pm PDT (1:45 to 3:15pm PDT), JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE, Floor: Ground Floor, Gold 2

Session Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract

This session explores the multifaceted processes by which faculty members cultivate and navigate their academic identities throughout their careers. Presentations examine both internal and external factors influencing identity development, including intrinsic motivation, imposter syndrome, and self-determination. Studies address mid-career challenges, highlighting how motivation alone may not lead to promotion without structural and cultural support. Faculty experiences in STEM communities of practice reveal how reflective engagement fosters professional growth. Further, quantitative and qualitative findings shed light on how perceived institutional support impacts job satisfaction and inclusive teaching practices. Collectively, these papers underscore the complex, evolving nature of academic identity and offer actionable insights into how institutions can better support faculty development across career stages and disciplines

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