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Dear Faculty Relations: I’m an experienced chair, but I’ve never understood when and how to report concerning behavior from faculty, staff, students, or non-affiliates. Should I be doing this? And if so, how do I do it? —Teach Me

Dear Faculty Relations: I have two colleagues who are locked in perpetual conflict. It can be frustrating when it comes to committee assignments, or just having to be mindful of whether they’re going to run into each other. They’re never going to be friends, but is there anything I can do to improve this situation? —Confused Chair

Dear Faculty Relations: One of my colleagues brought a complaint to me, and after several weeks, I resolved it through the PRR. Now that it’s over, how do I follow up with the colleague who brought the complaint? —Wary Leader 

Dear Faculty Relations: I’m fielding student complaints about a faculty member’s tone in the classroom. I’ve known this colleague for years and I really value them, but sometimes there’s a disconnect between their good intentions and the impact of their words. Can you share ways to address this?  —Frazzled Chair

Dear Faculty Relations: Our unit is trying to turn the corner with a formerly abrasive colleague. They know they've caused harm, and I really want us all to move forward. Can you suggest some practices that move beyond punishment and help us to repair our relationships? —Hopeful Chair

Dear Faculty Relations: I'm an academic leader committed to fostering a sense of belonging for all faculty in our department. How should I focus my efforts? —Believes in Belonging

Dear Faculty Relations: I’m new to my leadership role and it truly is a brave new world. Before I rush headlong into my job, can you tell me how the university understands my responsibilities as an academic leader? —Trepidatious

Dear Faculty Relations: It’s two years into my leadership role, and I’m short on time and long on conflict. Do you have any top-shelf advice to share? —In Need of a Boost

Dear Faculty Relations: I serve in a leadership role in my unit and I’m curious to explore more senior roles. Do current campus leaders have any insights to share from their own paths? —Curious to Serve

Dear Faculty Relations: My department is about to hire an excellent new tenure-track assistant professor from another university where she has already served as a faculty member for 3 years. She is asking whether her work at her current institution can count toward tenure here. How should I advise her? —Chair Wanting to Give Good Advice