The Adjunct Files
Adjunct faculty are a growing majority in higher education, shaping student experiences while navigating the challenges of contingent employment. As adjuncts at a regional public university, we know firsthand the realities, rewards, and roadblocks that come with the role. That’s why we’re here—to boost your mood and pedagogy with insightful dialogues on current challenges, practical strategies, and pathways forward for you and your students.
Podcasting since 2025 • 10 episodes
The Adjunct Files
Latest Episodes
From Adjunct to Full Time Faculty - Nicki's Path
Dr. Nicola Khalaf shares insights on her time as an adjunct in Anatomy and Physiology to full time staff and now as full time assistant professor with Maggie and John, and along they way the learn important lessons for all adjunct faculty, rega...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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47:48
Adjuncts as Scholar-Practitioners
Joseph Rea, adjunct professor in justice studies, shares the joys and challenges of being a full time professional and a professor. He shares his lived experience and the "WHY" that motivates the "how" he keeps doing it.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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40:28
Meet the Pres.
President Timur joins Maggie and John to talk adjunct faculty support, her first (nearly) two years as President of FGCU, her story from Istanbul to the United States, being a TA to President. She shares how the 3 P's are part of her whol...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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37:49
The Adjunct Experience
Two adjunct faculty members, Paul and Jessica, join Maggie and John to discuss what challenges and joys they have had in their time as an adjunct faculty member including advice they'd give to anyone considering teaching in higher education as ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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43:02