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Have course specific questions? Reach out to your program representative.
Starting a new position can be daunting, especially when there are so many questions about the simplest of tasks. You may also contact your program representative to request assistance with any issue not addressed here. Remember that each Fall and Spring term there will be an Adjunct Institute where you can have the opportunity to hear updates from university administration, receive development from the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL), and also network with your adjuct faculty colleagues.
Common Questions
Is there a space I can work on campus before or after my class?
Yes! The Center for Teaching and Learning is used for professional development events and also as a space for faculty to meet, collaborate, or even to just grab a coffee and some snacks. It is open to all full-time and adjunct faculty. The CTL has comfortable chairs and couches, worktables for small group discussion, portable white boards, shelves where you can store class materials, and large screen monitors you can use for Zoom meetings. The CTL is located in Hale Hoaloha 201.
Course Related Questions
Who should I contact about materials for my class (e.g. textbooks, copies, supplies)?
All questions about the content and delivery of your course, including textbook information, where to make copies, and how to acquire course materials, should be directed to your program representative. If you have any other questions, you can contact the CTL at ctl@chaminade.edu and the CTL will help you reach them.
What needs to be included in my syllabus?
There are a number of required elements that must be included in your course syllabus. For the most up-to-date versions of these elements, along with a syllabus template that you can download, please visit the CTL Vault's Syllabus Tips page.
Note: If you do not have access to the CTL Vault yet, ensure that you have accepted the invitation through Canvas. If you have not received an invite yet, email ctl@chaminade.edu to obtain access.
How do I enter final grades at the end of the term?
The gradebook in Canvas is not connected with the records office, so all faculty must enter final grades in the Self-Service system. This step-by-step grade entry document provides a step-by-step process for entering your final grades. Download a step-by-step process for entering your final grades. As a reminder, all grades are due within 48 hours of the end of the term.
Professional Development and Resources Questions
Where can I find the resources shared in the adjunct institute?
The Center for Teaching and Learning is happy to host the Adjunct Faculty Institute every fall and spring semester. This institute is an opportunity for adjunct faculty to learn about university news and events, discuss teaching strategies, learn about new technology tools, and talk story with other adjuncts. You can find the resources from each institute on the CTL Vault's homepage. Links to past adjunct institutes are listed in the 'What resources and guides are available for adjunct faculty' drop-down menu towards the bottom of the CTL Vault's homepage.
Note: If you do not have access to the CTL Vault yet, ensure that you have accepted the invitation through Canvas. If you have not received an invite yet, email ctl@chaminade.edu to obtain access.
Are there any professional development classes that I can attend?
There are two self-paced professional development (PD) workshops designed for faculty: Growing with Canvas, and CUH Online Education PD. Growing with Canvas is a self-paced PD designed for faculty who are new to the Canvas LMS. This self-paced PD is also a good refresher in how to use the tools Canvas provides. The second PD, CUH Online Education Workshop, focuses on skills you need to deliver a successful online course. Please note, the CUH Online Education PD is required for all faculty who will teach online. If you would like to be added to either PD, please contact the Center for Teaching and Learning at ctl@chaminade.edu.
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