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The Adjunct Faculty Support office at College of DuPage is dedicated to providing comprehensive opportunities for professional growth and development while also fostering a sense of belonging and purpose throughout the college community. 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! 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.

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

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Adjunct Faculty Support Growth. Purpose. Belonging. Aligned with our institutional mission, the Adjunct Faculty Support Office offers leadership, resources, and support to faculty while collaborating with academic divisions. Our approach is built on the four pillars of inspiring innovation, fostering collaboration, creating a sense of belonging, and providing opportunities for growth. Each part time faculty member at College of DuPage receives thorough support throughout their tenure, from new hire orientation to continued professional development. By investing in our faculty, we ensure that students consistently high-quality instruction in every classroom. Dean, Adjunct Faculty Support Dr. Sonia Watson Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2501D Email: watsons57@cod.edu (630) 942-3808 Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Dr. David Deeds Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2501B Email: deedsd@cod.edu (630) 942-3801 Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Dr. Kate Szetela Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2501E Email: szetelak@cod.edu (630) 942-3797 Manager, Adjunct Faculty Support Danielle Berry Herrera, M.A Health and Science Center (HSC), Room 1235B Email: berryd352@cod.edu 630.942.4591 Coordinator, Adjunct Faculty Recruitment Julie Plesha Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A07C Email: pleshaj@cod.edu (630) 942-3292 Administrative Assistant Alanna Davis Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A07 Email: davisa236@cod.edu (630) 942-3371 Administrative Assistant V Alyssa Johnson Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2501 Email: johnsona1053@cod.edu (630) 942-2158 Administrative Assistant IV Allyssa Perez Health and Science Center (HSC), Room 1235 Email: pereza96@cod.edu (630) 942-3371 Administrative Assistant III Monica Robertson Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A07 Email: sturgeonm192@cod.edu (630) 942-2840 Student Worker Lily Casillas Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A07

Starfish College of DuPage is a learner centered institution where our students are our number one priority. To assist each student in reaching their goals, adjunct faculty can use the Starfish system to collaborate with others in communicating with students that there is an issue impeding their path toward academic success. Adjunct faculty may also use the system to provide kudos to students for a job well done in the classroom. In short, Starfish is a comprehensive, user-friendly way to let our students know we care about them and their academic progress. Cornerstone features a great training to help all adjunct faculty members become familiar with Starfish and all it has to offer.

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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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.