An initiative under the department of
Professional Development and Research at the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, the
Faculty Institutes provide professional development resources to faculty members of our member and affiliate campuses. The CCCU is proud to offer a variety of faculty resources.
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CCCU New Faculty Institute
June 2012
A concern frequently expressed is the challenge the new faculty member faces in balancing the multiple obligations of his/her new appointment. This is especially true for new professors at a Christian university who are expected to know not only their disciplines, but also how to integrate faith into their teaching, manage classroom behavior, nurture the spiritual life, pursue scholarly activities, and be contributing members of the community of faith.
This workshop is designed to offer practical insight on these multiple fronts. The goal of the institute is to provide:
- An introduction to foundational issues in relating the Christian faith to learning
- An introduction to teaching from a Christian perspective
- An orientation to contemporary Christian students
- A conversation about balancing the demands of teaching, scholarship and service at a Christian university
The New Faculty Institute is intended for faculty within 1-3 years of their faculty appointment.
2011 Free Market Forum
October 27-29, 2011 | Atlanta, GA
Faculty from across CCCU institutions are invited to complete applications to participate in the 2011 Free Market Forum, an event that seeks to encourage the study of free enterprisethis years theme is Markets, Government, and the Common Good. In an effort to expand the conversation to faculty who teach in disciplines not typically represented, the Council encourages faculty who teach in honors and/or interdisciplinary courses to apply. The enthusiastic response of CCCU faculty members to this program has led to this application process. While the Forum is expanding the number of faculty attendees this year, interested faculty should apply immediately to insure consideration as an attendee. Faculty members who are chosen to participate will attend as guests of the Forum, with all travel expenses, food, and lodging provided. Fully funded attendees are expected to take part in all sessions and organized functions at the Forum. A schedule of events is included with this invitation.
This year, the CCCU will host a reception prior to the Free Market Forum, where Dr. Paul Corts, president of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, will greet faculty and discuss their interest in free enterprise as it relates to their teaching. On Saturday morning, Dr. Ken Elzinga from the University of Virginia will speak to CCCU faculty, and the Free Market Forum Mini-Grant Program will be discussed, along with several other post-event opportunities. As fully funded attendees, faculty who receive Free Market Forum invitations are expected to attend all program sessions and to participate in earnest.
The Free Market Forum is directed by Hillsdale College in conjunction with the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities and the Acton Institute.
