(447) Supporting and Sustaining Faculty and Staff Success at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy

Objective: To describe the development and implementation of initiatives to enhance faculty and staff success at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy (UFCOP)

Methods: Recognizing the critical role of faculty and staff in institutional success, UFCOP has revitalized efforts to support their professional growth and success. These efforts are categorized into four dimensions: Recognition, Resources, Recharge and Restoration, and Retooling for Professional Growth.

Recognition: Recently, the UFCOP has revamped our staff recognition framework to more effectively acknowledge and increase the visibility of UFCOP staff contributions and reinforce their importance to our institutional success.

Resources: The Pharmacy Recurring Opportunity Seed Program for Education and Research (PROSPER) Excellence Award is available to all faculty, supporting novel projects in research, teaching and learning, and faculty development.

Recharge and Restoration: Institutional efforts have been implemented to ensure all UFCOP community members can access wellness tools to recharge and restore their physical and mental well-being, including the appointment of a new Director of Well-being and Resilience. This role is crucial in ensuring that our faculty and staff feel supported and cared for, contributing to the college's sustained success.

Retooling: UFCOP fosters skill development through opportunities like the PROSPER Faculty Awards and Staff Development workshops, and maintains a newsletter dedicated to professional and personal development.

Results: These strategic investments in our faculty and staff are foundational to UFCOP's continued success, evidenced by our achievements in areas such as student success, research output, clinical impact, professional leadership, and external recognitions.

Conclusion: Strengthening the capabilities of our faculty and staff is essential for sustaining the high standards of excellence at UFCOP. These initiatives collectively support our mission and enhance our institutional effectiveness.