Faculty Affairs News

On Oct. 28, we celebrated our newly promoted or appointed professors at a special dinner at Open Gates Conference Center.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on October 27 for the Provost’s Lecture featuring Dr. J.D. Polk, NASA Chief Health and Medical Officer, and the ribbon-cutting celebration for UTMB’s new Department of Aerospace and Exploration Medicine.

This time of year, as we focus on gratitude and appreciation, I am reflecting on all we have accomplished in 2026. I am so proud of all the amazing work we are doing – from expertly preparing learners for impactful careers to raising our national and international reputation across mission areas.

We are elated to recognize three outstanding UTMB educators who will be inducted into The University of Texas (UT) System Kenneth I. Shine, MD, Academy of Health Science Education in February 2027.

Faculty members in the School of Health Professions recently showcased the school's educational leadership at professional conferences.

The Walktober Wellness Challenge encouraged the UTMB Academic Enterprise community to make walking part of everyday life, with a shared goal of building healthy habits, enjoying our beautiful Galveston campus, and connecting with colleagues.

The Faculty Factory Podcast shares high-value conversations with expert leaders and faculty in academic health systems. Check out October's guests and the new Faculty Factory book.

Congratulations to Ennert Manyeza on being accepted into the Society for Simulation in Healthcare's 2027 Advancing Simulation Careers and Empowering Next-Generation Development (ASCEND) program.

The Department of Respiratory Therapy has been awarded the 2027–2028 APEX Designation by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), recognizing excellence in respiratory therapy education and professional development.

JSSOM Awards

SHP Awards

On October 16, the UTMB School of Nursing Clinical Partners Retreat brought school leaders and clinical partners together,

The School of Nursing continued to advance its leadership, visibility, and engagement within the field at two recent professional events.

Moody Medical Library has recently started subscribing to APA PsycTherapy, a database containing over 1,000 videos of unscripted therapy sessions.

Please congratulate these faculty members on their recently approved appointments and promotions.

A new Texas Medical Board (TMB) requirement will require physicians to complete one hour of continuing medical education in nutrition and metabolic health for applicable license renewals beginning in 2027.

UTMB has established a new Department of Aerospace and Exploration Medicine within its School of Public and Population Health, expanding the university’s longstanding work in aerospace health and positioning UTMB to help address the health challenges of the next era of human exploration.

SPPH Awards