Practicing Paradox by Kate Szetela, Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Last month’s Art of the Brief Time Out was devoted to discipline. What happens when we commit to a new habit or practice that takes discipline and we find ourselves struggling or not following through? This is a perfect time to practice paradox. For those that participated in a 4 Connections cohort, your familiar with the practice paradox concept of simultaneously providing structure and flexibility to our students. Just like when students take on a new course, when we take on a new habit or practice discipline, it is helpful to afford ourselves some grace when we don’t meet our expectations. Sometimes it is adjusting our intentions or goals, or merely to start again fresh the next day without carrying guilt or judgement about what has passed. The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, than I can change. -Carl Rogers

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The BIT Chaired by the Dean of Students, The Behavioral Intervention Team includes representatives from departments throughout the college in an effort to provide students with a holistic support system for students. All members of the college community can make a report to th e BIT if they are concerne d about a student or campus community member and would like assistance. Contact Info: deanofstudents@cod.edu 630-942-2485 Educate Others Review Incidents Risk Analysis Take Action

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Our Services Testing Center Locations The Testing Center provides testing services for students, faculty and community members. Testing Centers are located on the College of DuPage Glen Ellyn main campus and at all of the COD Centers. Glen Ellyn/main campus Testing Center 425 Fawell Blvd. | Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A06/2A08 | Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | (630) 942-2400 Carol Stream COD Center 500 Kuhn Road | Carol Stream, IL 60188 | (630) 942-4900 | (not all tests offered at this location; call for details) Westmont COD Center 650 Pasquinelli Dr. | Westmont, IL 60559 | (630) 942-4850 | (not all tests offered at this location; call for details) Addison COD Center 301 S. Swift Road - Door 12 | Addison, IL 60101 | (630) 942-4650 | (not all tests offered at this location; call for details) Naperville COD Center 1223 Rickert Drive | Naperville, IL 60540 | (630) 942-4750 | (not all tests offered at this location; call for details) Virtual Testing Center The College of DuPage’s Virtual Testing Center (VTC) provides an opportunity for eligible students to take proctored tests remotely for certain courses. Testing Services Information Packet for Instructors Learn More

All new adjunct faculty members must attend a three-hour orientation session as part of the onboarding process. These meetings offer a holistic look at what it means to work as an adjunct at COD, and allows attendees to explore tools they can implement in their classroom to engage their students. Specifically, each orientation meeting covers the following information: Responsibilities involved as an adjunct faculty member at COD Resources to support teaching practices and course administration Classroom management strategies in collaboration with peers Introduction to Blackboard basics Professional development opportunities Fun and learner centered learning activities For more information on the orientation process contact our office at oafs@cod.edu

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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

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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May 2022 Adjunct Faculty Spotlight Meet Mary Ann Johnson, English Language Studies Adjunct Faculty Member! What do you teach? How long have you taught at COD? I have been teaching English Language Studies since 2013. What did you want to be “when you grew up?” I wanted to be a dancer on Broadway. I even majored in dance briefly before finding my true passion for teaching. What is your favorite show/TV series AND/OR What book are you reading now? The best book I've read this year is called Anxious People by Fredrik Backman and I'm currently catching up on the latest season of Barry. Do you have a favorite vacation spot? (from childhood or more recently?) I lived abroad for over 15 years and fell in love with Denmark. I hope to visit again soon. What attracted you to teaching? Initially, I started teaching English as a Foreign Language so that I could travel the world. In what ways does your work help students succeed? I help them succeed by teaching them the specific skills they need to achieve their academic goals. Who inspires you? My mother is without a doubt my biggest inspiration. Even at 80 years old, she is still the best listener, advisor, and teacher.