UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — “Tips for Writing a Narrative Statement,” the final workshop in the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs’ four-part Promotion and Tenure Workshop Series, will be held from 2-3 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, via Zoom.
The workshop, which is designed for all Penn State faculty members seeking promotion, will cover the purpose of and University policies related to the narrative statement; how to create a story about one’s work in teaching, research/creative accomplishment, and/or service; the various audiences who will engage with the narrative; suggestions on how to showcase strengths and address weaknesses; and potential differences in the narrative depending on one’s status as a tenure-line or non-tenure-line faculty.
Additional information about the Promotion and Tenure Workshop Series, including links to recordings of past workshops as well as the Zoom link for the March 24 session, can be found on the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs' website. Registration is not required to attend.