Faculty Focus:Enabling and Celebrating Faculty Success at UTMB

A Message from the Senior Vice President, Provost, and Chief Academic Officer, UTMB

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Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

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Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


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F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

Office Spotlight


News

Office of the Provost News

Icon of a Parthenon style Greek structure with laurels flanking both sides

Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

Upcoming Events

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Faculty Lounge Festivities

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Enjoy seasonal cheer with the Provost and your colleagues! We have designated a day with multiple opportunities for faculty members to take a break, enjoy refreshments and the spirit of the season.

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Global Health Symposium

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The 2027 Global Health Symposium is a student-centered event dedicated to celebrating student scholarly work, inspiring interest in global health, and engaging students in global health opportunities across all five UTMB schools. 

Appointments & Promotions

Icon of a Parthenon style Greek structure with laurels flanking both sides

Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

Office of Faculty Development

Icon of a Parthenon style Greek structure with laurels flanking both sides

Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

Faculty Development Events

Highlights from Around Our Schools

Icon of a Parthenon style Greek structure with laurels flanking both sides

Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

Four School of Nursing students in white coats pose in front of a red background with a Christmas tree at last year's Holiday Style event.

SON Holiday Style Show

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The School of Nursing hosts its annual Holiday Style Fashion Show & Luncheon on Nov. 20, blending fashion, fun, and philanthropy.

New Awards

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New Grants

Icon of a Parthenon style Greek structure with laurels flanking both sides

Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

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.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

Headshot of Dr. Eddie Salazar

Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions

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