The CTL is dedicated to supporting adjunct faculty and providing professional development opportunities specifically for adjunct faculty. While adjunct faculty are welcome and encouraged to participate in all CTL programs, we also offer specialized programming each semester tailored to the needs of adjuncts.
If you have ideas for additional adjunct support, please complete our Adjunct Feedback Form or contact the CTL (ctl@boisestate.edu).
Are you teaching an asynchronous online course? Reach out to our colleagues at eCampus.
Boise State University Adjunct Faculty Resources: Find information about the onboarding process and resources across campus to help support you as an adjunct faculty member
CTL Adjunct Faculty Support Team
CTL Educational Development Consultant: Sarah Lausch
Sarah Lausch leads the CTL’s adjunct faculty support programs and is the main contact for adjunct faculty in the CTL. Her pedagogical areas of expertise are course design, student engagement, teaching in all modalities, and teaching scholarship. Sarah has been teaching classes as an adjunct in various departments at Boise State since 2018.
CTL Adjunct Faculty Associate: Amanda Miller
Amanda helps implement existing and new CTL strategies to serve the needs of adjunct faculty, both those unique to adjunct faculty and those common to other faculty groups. Learn more about Amanda’s adjunct journey and her goals for this position.
Upcoming Adjunct Programs and Opportunities
Drop-In Sessions
Join us for an informal, supportive virtual gathering. Whether you’re navigating course prep challenges, identifying student patterns, or just want to brainstorm, this is your space to connect, collaborate, and find community.
No agenda, no pressure – just real conversations with fellow adjuncts who understand the unique joys and challenges of teaching. Drop in for the full session or pop in when you can. Come as you are – coffee cup, questions, and authentic experiences welcome.
Consultations
During a consultation, you’ll meet with a CTL consultant to talk through your questions, ideas, and goals for your course. The meeting is informal and focused on the specific topics of interest you identify (e.g., student engagement or assessment strategies). The consultant will offer best practices and resources, and help you develop practical steps to strengthen your teaching and improve student learning. Request a CTL Consultation and we will meet with you at your convenience.
Adjunct Faculty Toolkit Series
This Zoom workshop series covers practical teaching strategies, offers a chance to ask questions, and engages you with fellow adjuncts. Feel free to bring your lunch to these workshops. Upcoming sessions include:
- Adjunct Teaching Toolkit: Creating Relationship-Rich Courses (zoom) Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 12 PM – 1 PM
- Adjunct Teaching Toolkit: Authentic Assessments (zoom), Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 12 PM – 1 PM
- Adjunct Teaching Toolkit: AI Demonstration and Discussion (Zoom), Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 12 PM – 1 PM
- Adjunct Teaching Toolkit: Active Learning Through Gamification (ZOOM), Tue, Apr 14, 2026, 12 PM – 1 PM
Adjunct Faculty Learning Community
The Adjunct Faculty Learning Community (AFLC) addresses pedagogical questions that adjunct faculty may have and helps them meet fellow adjunct educators. The AFLC also provides opportunities for adjunct faculty to reflect on their teaching skills, philosophy, strengths, and areas for growth. Participants who complete all requirements for the AFLC will receive a $300 stipend. Apply by January 23rd via this application form. Find more information on the AFLC website.
CTL Adjunct Faculty Newsletter
Did you know the CTL has a monthly adjunct faculty newsletter? It is packed with teaching tips, event schedules, campus educator highlights, and CTL news! If you are not already receiving the newsletter, you can opt-in by completing our Newsletter Opt-in Form. Respondents will be required to sign in using their Boise State credentials.
Opt-in requests will be processed at the end of each month. We appreciate your patience. If you need assistance with the login process or have questions about the CTL newsletter, please email the CTL.