Faculty Development & Engagement Growth | Purpose | Belonging "Thanks to COD's Adjunct Institute, I was hired to develop and teach a law class this semester. I believe this class was a first step in what I hope is a long teaching career" Ellen Samuel, Esq. Empowering Experts to Inspire the Next Generation Apply Now Making Waves: Campus Attraction Ahead! Making Waves: Campus Attraction Ahead! Making Waves: Campus Attraction Ahead! May 31 - Sept 21, 2025 Timed Tickets: $27-$32 | Anytime Tickets: $40 Never seen before in the U.S., the exhibition will feature a collection of 50 original works of art and 13 artifacts. More than a wave, this exhibition promises to be more than your typical museum exhibition with engaging experiences that will immerse guests in Edo Period culture through several interactive areas, including a multi-media historical display, peaceful Japanese garden, anime exhibit, children’s area and interactive Edo experiences including period garments such as Shogun and Kabuki fashion replicas, and more.

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Religious Observance Language for Syllabi The College will reasonably accommodate the religious observances of individual students with respect to class attendance and the scheduling of examinations and class requirements. The student should notify the instructor well in advance of any anticipated absence or a pending conflict between a scheduled class and the religious observance. The webpage below provides us with an updated calendar that complements the language for the syllabi: https://www.cod.edu/student_life/dean-of-students/religious-calendar.html

Latest MAC Events At the MAC, a performing arts experience is so much more than just sitting down to watch a show. Since opening our doors in October 1986, the McAninch Arts Center has been focused on enriching our community with world-class entertainment opportunities that go beyond the stage. Along with offering the most diverse range of programming in the area, we pride ourselves on providing unique outreach & engagement programs before or after performances to enlighten and educate our audiences. These exclusive MAC Chats and Common Ground Conversations are unlike anything you’ll find anywhere else. Intimate experiences that take you inside the world of cultural and performing arts, and allow you to truly immerse yourself in the performance. Through lectures, Q&A sessions, demonstrations or interactive events, only the MAC allows you to connect with an artist and gain introspective into the event’s history, theme, story, or background. And they are just one more thing that sets the MAC a world apart yet still so close to home Take A Virtual Tour of the MAC

Our Mission Committed to the institutional mission for excellence in teaching and learning, the Office of Adjunct Faculty Support provides leadership and administrative support for adjunct faculty in partnership with the academic divisions of the college. This is achieved through innovation and collaboration in areas of adjunct faculty recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development, resulting in increased student engagement, learning, and success outcomes. Dr. Sonia Watson, Dean, Adjunct Faculty Support Email: watsons57@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-3808 Office: BIC2501 D Kate Szetela, Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Email: szetelak@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-3797 Office: BIC 2501 E Jen Propp, Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Email: proppj709@cod.com Phone: 630-942-3793 Office: BIC 2501 F Adam Hogan, Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Email: hogana104@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-3801 Office: BIC 2501 B J ulie Plesha, Coordinator, Adjunct Faculty Recruitment Email: pleshaj@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-3292 Office: BIC 2A07 C Alyssa Johnson, Administrative Assistant V Email: johnsona1053@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-2158 Office: BIC 2501 Allyssa Perez, Administrative Assistant IV Email: pereza96@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-3371 Office: HSC 1235 Monica Robertson, Administrative Assistant III Email: sturgeonm192@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-2840 Office: BIC 2A07 Alanna Davis, Administrative Assistant II Email: davisa236@cod.edu Phone: 630-942-2303 Office: BIC 2A07

What is Th e 4 C onnections (COD Connects) ? Simply put it is a w ay to create rapport and connect with your students, and increase overall engagement. Each cohort is four weeks in length and features a weekly synchronous session held on Tuesdays at Noon. Can't make a session? No worries! Each one is rec or ded for our convenience. N ot able to sign up for the spring session? More cohorts will be offered in the Summer and Fall 2024 semesters. All College of DuPage adjunct faculty are strongly encouraged to take a 4 Connections (COD Connects) course. All adjunct faculty will receive a stipend upon successful completion and all full time faculty will receive four professional development hours upon successful completion. Mor e information about the 4 Connections can be found on the COD Teaching Guides Sign Up Today!

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Meet Jayne Kaspar, Surgical Technology Adjunct Faculty Member & Focus of this Month's Spotlight! What do you teach? How long have you taught at COD? Surgical Technology, 8 months What did you want to be “when you grew up?" A nurse What is your favorite show/TV series AND/OR What book are you reading now? I am really into Emily in Paris. It’s such an easy show to get into and keep up with when I have a chance! Do you have a favorite vacation spot? (from childhood or more recently? My vacations consist of visiting my three sisters in Las Vegas, NV; Palm Desert, California; and Austin, TX. What attracted you to teaching? Working as a Surgical Tech at Elmhurst Hospital really opened my eyes to how much I loved sharing my knowledge with new hires and students during their clinical rotations. I remember loving my instructor at COD and hoping one day I could do what she did! In what ways does your work help students succeed? I like to keep things light and relatable. Giving real life examples and stories help connect text book content to clinical experience. Who inspires you? My boss, Anna Campbell, and my fellow adjunct instructors: Candice Johnson, Jenny Cerpa, Anna Marzullo, and Ania Bucur. They have been the most welcoming and helpful group to begin this journey with and I really can’t thank them enough for all they do to help me grow into a great educator!

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Academic Calendar Dates Where can I locate a list of important academic calendar dates? Unlocking Classroom Door Your COD faculty ID will open your classroom. If you forget your ID you may call COD police at (630) 942-2000 for assistance. Obtaining ID/Parking Pass Prior to class start, obtain a COD staff ID and parking permit. The ID card serves as your room key, is needed to utilize the printers, and can also be registered with the library to rent materials. Making Copies How can I make copies for my class? Accessing & Checking Email How do I access my COD e-mail and how often should it be checked? Accessing COD Systems What if I have trouble accessing my COD e-mail, myACCESS, or Blackboard? Blackboard Training Where can I find training on Blackboard? Library Information Where is the Library located and how do I obtain a library card?