Monthly Faculty Senate meetings, facilitated by the Faculty Chair feature discussions about academic standards, best practices in teaching, scholarship and student assessment, as well as development topics requested by the faculty. The Dean, typically, addresses the faculty on specific topics and updates.

Faculty development centers on global topics, which are covered 2-3 times per year through the Faculty Senate. Specific faculty development for each professor is covered by the Dean, through the annual performance review process. Funds are available for faculty development and may be requested through the Dean.

Oak Valley administration and staff follows an annual development calendar and multiple outside resources have been established to support development activities. Funds are available for staff development and may be requested through staff supervisors. Examples of past professional development opportunities include attending the WASC ARC Conference, attending the Convene Annual Conference (Christian executive coaching), and participating in specific coaching and/or mentoring.