NCFDD

NCFDD resources are broadly applicable across academic disciplines and include a range of topics such as increasing productivity, time management, overcoming academic perfectionism, and writing grant proposals. These resources offer concrete guidance that may improve your productivity and your sense of well-being.

• Monday Motivator Newsletter – includes productivity tips
• Webinars – monthly by NCFDD faculty or a guest expert
• Multi-Week Courses – led by expert facilitators
• Private Discussion Forums – network, participate in writing challenges, problem-solve, and share information with colleagues across the country
• The Library – slides and audio recordings of webinars from the year
• Resources and Referrals – services for coaching, editing, and recommended readings

1. Go to the NCFDDwebsite.
2. Select the “Become a Member” tab and choose “Claim Your Institutional Membership.”
3. From the drop-down menu choose "The University of Alabama at Birmingham."
4. Follow instructions to complete the registration form using your UAB email address (your blazerid @ UAB.edu ).
5. Once you have submitted your registration information and NCFDD has approved your connection to UAB, you should receive a welcome email.

The Faculty Success Program is a 12-week Bootcamp where you will learn to:

• Understand how to manage time challenges scholars face in balancing research, teaching, and service with home life
• Avoid the most common time management mistakes
• Develop a consistent writing routine to increase research productivity
• Learn why and how to align work time with institutional priorities, personal values, and long-term goals
• Develop a network of support and accountability for academic writing
• Engage a local network of mentors for long-term success

The Office of Access & Engagement is offering sponsorship for up to one faculty member from each school at UAB to attend the NCFDD Summer 2026 Faculty Success Program from May 18 to July 26, 2026.

Tuition for the Faculty Success Program is $5,250. The Office of Access & Engagement will provide 50% of tuition for up to one faculty member from each school or college in 2026. The other 50% of the tuition will be matched by the Dean of the faculty member's school/college, and requires the Dean’s approval for the application. All full-time tenure and non-tenure track assistant and associate professors are eligible to apply.

To apply, please submit the completed form and a copy of your CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026.