OFAD Video Library
The OFAD Video Library provides a central collection of recorded sessions, presentations, and resources to support faculty development at SMPH. Each video includes the date, presenter, a short description, and a direct link for viewing. This page will continue to grow as new recordings become available and will serve as a hub for connecting faculty to important information and resources.
Note – All media is hosted on Box and requires a NetID login to access.
Pathways to Promotion 102 for Assistant Professors (CHS)
September 24, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 28 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides a detailed overview of the CHS promotion process, highlighting what assistant professors should know as they prepare for advancement to associate professor. The video walks through core expectations, dossier components, and strategies for organizing materials to support a strong promotion packet. Dr. Stahr provides a walkthrough of the OFAD website, highlighting key online resources and tools available to support faculty in their promotion preparation.
Resource: Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track Page
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
University Digital Accessibility Initiative
August 24, 2026
Mark Whittaker
Duration: 7 Minutes
The Department of Justice passed an expanded digital accessibility rule for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requiring public universities’ digital tools and electronic resources to be accessible. Mark Whittaker, Deputy ADA Coordinator goes over what this means, the requirements and resources to utilize.
Resource: Make It Accessible Guide
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
SMPH Act 15 Implementation Updates as of July 2026
July 16, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 12 Minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides an update about the implementation of Act 15 minimum teaching workload expectations for SMPH at UW–Madison. The video covers the timeline of Act 15 policy development, exemptions to the instructional workload requirements, and definitions of credit conversions, credit equivalencies, and additional adjustment factors that could be a part of the SMPH implementation plan. More updates and information about Act 15 instructional workload requirements will be coming once the SMPH implementation plan gets approved by the Provost’s Office.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 201 for Associate Professors (CHS, CT & Tenure)
June 19, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 16 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides insight to help faculty learn more about the promotion process for associate level faculty to full professor. During this video presentation, all tracks are addressed including; CHS, CT & Tenure.
Discussion points include:
- Promotion process from associate to full professor
- Deadlines
- Resources for Associate Professors
- Awards & recognition
Additional resources can be found on our Preparing for Promotion OFAD webpage.
Contact ofad@med.wisc.edu for questions.
Video transcription and Close Caption can be found in video
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – Promotions Process Overview
March 10, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 45 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides an overview of the promotion process from assistant to associate on the CHS and CT tracks. This part 1 video outlines the criteria, timelines, and dossier requirements for advancement, offering practical advice and institutional resources to support faculty.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – Career Vision and Impact
March 10, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 3 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides an overview of the promotion process from assistant to associate on the CHS and CT tracks. This part 2 video focuses on creating a vision for your career. It goes over concepts like Ikigai, which help in telling your story and emphasizing impact.
Handout activities: Professional Accomplishments (PDF) and Career Impact: Themes, Vision, and Emphasis (PDF)
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – I Made it Through, So Can You!
March 10, 2026
Marin Darsie, MD, FACEP
Duration: 16 minutes
This overview of the CHS and CT track promotion process from assistant to associate professor goes over life as an academic instructor, perils of always saying yes, and creating a “brag” folder to prepare for promotion.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – Using the P.A.R Method to Prepare your Personal Statement
March 10, 2026
Justin Endo, MD, MHPE
Duration: 10 minutes
This overview of the CHS and CT track promotion process from assistant to associate professor highlights how to use the P.A.R. method to craft an impactful personal statement for academic advancement. Access the handout referenced in the session (PDF).
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – Fostering Career Growth
March 10, 2026
Laura Zakowski, MD
Duration: 16 minutes
As part of the overview of the promotion process from assistant to associate on the CHS and CT tracks, this presentation focuses on fostering career growth. Dr. Zakowski shares strategies for professional development, finding effective mentorship, and building a successful trajectory for academic advancement. Access the handout referenced in the session (PDF).
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 101 for Assistant Professors (CHS & CT) – Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP)
March 10, 2026
Marcia Slattery, MD, MHSc
Duration: 17 minutes
Providing an overview of the promotion process from assistant to associate on the CHS and CT tracks, this presentation highlights how faculty can leverage the Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) to network, share scholarly work, and support their academic advancement. Access the handout referenced in the session (PDF).
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Becoming and Staying Organized: Managing Your Email
January 2, 2026
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 16 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides tips, strategies and resources to help you get the most out of managing your email. This video presentation explains a method of organizing and maintaining your email, the value of email as a tool for staying organized, and other productivity tools that can be used to help manage your tasks and email.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Education Scholarship Retreat: AI in Your Research Toolkit
October 29, 2025
Carl Preiksaitis, MD
Duration: 46 minutes
Dr. Preiksaitis introduces practical ways to use AI tools to support educational research. The video highlights how AI can assist with generating research ideas, mapping and reviewing the literature, identifying theoretical frameworks, analyzing data, and streamlining manuscript drafting. He also demonstrates a range of AI platforms that help medical educators organize, interpret, and synthesize information more efficiently.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
Pathways to Promotion 102 for Clinical Assistant Professors (CT)
October 21, 2025
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 35 minutes
Dr. Walaszek provides a detailed overview of the CT promotion process, outlining expectations for advancement, dossier preparation, and key elements of a strong promotion packet. Dr. Stahr also walks viewers through the OFAD website, highlighting online resources and tools that can support faculty as they prepare for promotion.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.
SMPH Faculty Tracks and the Promotion Process
September 2, 2025
Art Walaszek, MD
Duration: 16 minutes
Dr. Walaszek introduces SMPH faculty tracks and outlines the promotion process. The session explains expectations for growth, differences across tracks, and CV preparation. Faculty are also guided to institutional resources that support professional growth and promotion success.
Video transcription and close caption can be found within video.