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Adjunct Faculty Orientation
Coordinated by:
Karen Cherwony, Assoc. VPEric Brunner, Manager
Learning & Development, Human Resources Department
Objectives Share current and future University
mission, vision, and strategic initiatives Introduce relevant people, services,
resources and policies related to: – Academic Affairs and Teaching– IT and Computers– Human Resources– Campus Safety
Detail our commitment to diversity and prevention of discrimination and harassment
Introductions of Adjuncts Name Department Classes You Teach Years Working at Temple
Welcome from the President
President Hart’s 6 Strategic Initiatives
Expanding Access to Excellence Nurturing Community Partnerships Increasing Global Reach Creating a Sustainable Future Advancing Research and Innovation Developing a Culture of Philanthropy
Temple TodayTemple University is the 28th largest university in
the United States
Temple is a Comprehensive Research University,
which has more than 36,000 students, approximately
3,935 full time employees and 1,750 full
time faculty and approximately 1,400 adjunct faculty.
Temple is the 5th largest provider of professional education (law, dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, and podiatric medicine) in the country and the largest provider of professional education in PA.
Temple TodayTemple University consists of: 17 schools and colleges, including schools of
Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Podiatry, and Dentistry, and a renowned Health Sciences Center with nearly 300 academic programs
7 Pennsylvania campusesMain CampusHealth Sciences Campus (HSC) Temple University Center City (TUCC) Temple University Ambler (TUA), PA Tyler School of Art Elkins Park, PA Podiatric CampusTemple Harrisburg
Temple also has campuses in Tokyo, Japan & Rome, Italy and educational programs in China, Israel, Greece, Great Britain and France
Temple’s Senior Leadership
Ann Weaver Hart President Lisa Staiano-Coico Provost, Sr. VP Academic
Affairs Edmond Notebaert Sr. Exec. VP Health Sciences Anthony Wagner Sr. VP, CFO & Treasurer Larry Lemanski Sr. VP Research & Strategic
Initiatives Stuart Sullivan Sr. VP Institutional
Advancement George Moore Sr. VP, University Counsel,
Secretary Kenneth Lawrence Sr. VP Government,
Community and Public Affairs
TLC Contact Information Location:
The TECH Center, Suite 1121101 Montgomery Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19122TU Zip: 286-09
Website: www.temple.edu/tlc Email: [email protected] Phone: 215.204.8761
Office of the Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Faculty Affairs
Comprised of two departments: 1. Faculty Affairs:
http://www.temple.edu/vpfaculty• Retention, tenure, and promotion; faculty
recruitment and hiring; professional development opportunities; and more.
2. The Teaching and Learning Center:http://www.temple.edu/tlc • Provides programs and resources designed to
promote teaching methods that are consistent with the research on how people learn;
• Provides opportunities for faculty and TAs to reflect on their work, and to share, and learn, from the experience and expertise of their colleagues.
Adjunct Faculty Handbook The adjunct faculty handbook is available
online at: http://www.temple.edu/vpfaculty/Documents/Adjunct_Handbook_08_09.pdf/
The adjunct faculty policy is NOT available online as it is currently being revised
Adjunct Faculty Handbook Highlights
The syllabus (policy #02.78.13) Text Book Cancelling class Class Lists Class attendance policy Grade Inflation Problem(s) with a student Using Temple Technology
Adjunct Faculty Handbook Highlights
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION 5.8 Reporting Final Grades 5.8.1 Incomplete Grades 5.8.2 Changing Grades 6 Teaching and Learning Resources 12 Academic Calendar Academic Policies (undergraduate):
http://www.temple.edu/bulletin/Academic_policies/policies_part1/policies_part1.shtm
Academic Policies (graduate) http://www.temple.edu/grad/
Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) Mission Statement Promote the value and practice of excellent
teaching to facilitate student learning and growth.
Provide programs and resources designed to promote teaching methods that are consistent with the research on how people learn.
Provide opportunities for faculty and TAs to reflect on their work, and to share and learn, from the experience and expertise of their colleagues.
Integrates scholarly research and student assessment into effective teaching and learning practices.
TLC Staff
Pamela BarnettAssociate Vice Provost & Director
Carol PhilipsAssociate Director
A. Baris GunerselAssistant Director
Mary EtienneLead Administrative Specialist
Complementing Teaching, Complementing Teaching, Learning, & Technology Learning, & Technology SupportSupport
Gail Gallo, Seminars & TrainingGail Gallo, Seminars & Training
About Computer Services Academic Computer Services Administrative Computer Services Computer Business Services Computer Recycling Center Data Center/Enterprise Systems Information Security Technology Support Telecommunications
Academic ComputingAcademic Computing
Service Desk
Information Services
Who we are
Acadmic ComputingAcadmic ComputingWhat we do
Provide 24/7 Learning & Technology Support
Deliver Collaborative Technologies Support the Delivery of Face-to-
Face Instruction
We Listen to Your Technology Concerns to Offer & Provide
Solutions
The TECH CenterThe TECH CenterProviding 24/7 Learning and Providing 24/7 Learning and ServicesServices
Student Computer Center Social Spaces & Collaboration Service Desk Faculty Instructional Support Seminars & Training Classroom Technology Support
Largest Facility of Its Kind in the Nation
Offering a collaborative friendly pathway . . .
The TECH CenterThe TECH Center
leading to . . .
Social Spaces
Social Spaces: A Place to Study & Social Spaces: A Place to Study & RelaxRelax
Social Spaces
Specialty Labs to Produce Music, Graphics, Specialty Labs to Produce Music, Graphics, & Video& Video
Breakout Rooms for Collaboration & Breakout Rooms for Collaboration & StudyStudy
Digital Recording Booths For Vocal Digital Recording Booths For Vocal NarrationNarration & Podcasts& Podcasts
Social Spaces
ComputerComputer Labs with Over 600 PCs & Labs with Over 600 PCs & MACSMACS
Technology SupportTechnology Support
Offering Technology Support by Professionals
24/7 Walk-in, Call-in, E-mail, or Web chat support
PC Clinic Statistical Software Support Desktop Office Support Virus Protection Identity Management
Service DeskService Desk
Faculty Support
Instructional Support Center (ISC)– Offering One-On-One Consultation by
Instructional Designers• Online Teaching & Learning Materials• 24/7 Instruction & Classroom Interactivity• Instructional & Production Services
Faculty Presentation Rooms Seminars & Training
The Faculty Wing
Instructional Support Center Instructional Support Center (ISC)(ISC)
Blackboard - Offering access to:– Turnitin– Scholar– e-Portfolios– Learning Objects: Blogs & Wikis, Search LX– Expo LX– Gallery
iTunes/Podcast Instructional & Production Services
Online Teaching & Learning Online Teaching & Learning MaterialsMaterials
TUCapture Acrobat Connect TurningPoint Horizon Wimba
– Voice Tools– Live Classroom
24/7
Instructional Support Center Instructional Support Center (ISC)(ISC)24/7 Instruction & Classroom Interactivity
http://www.temple.edu/http://www.temple.edu/cs/isccs/isc
Faculty Wing
Faculty Presentation Room (111) Breakout Room (107) Faculty Lounge with E-mail
Terminals
Seminars and Training
Free Hands-On Seminars for Faculty, Students, and Staff of All Skill Levels Blackboard TurningPoint Microsoft Office Dreamweaver
http://www.temple.edu/cs/http://www.temple.edu/cs/trainingtraining
Classroom Technology Support Smart Classrooms
– Touch panel– Remote access and
management (Meeting Manger)
NetOps School– Share screen with class– Monitor student activity– Prevent students from
accessing Web sites– Remote control student
screens
http://http://www.temple.edu/cswww.temple.edu/cs
Temple University Pays byDirect Deposit
Two Options for Banking on Temple Campuses
1.PNC Bank – offers many perks for Temple faculty
2.Philadelphia Federal Credit Union
Health Benefits for Adjuncts
Specific eligibility requirements – letters have been mailed to eligible part time faculty
For further information on eligibility, plan features, etc. – visit the HR Benefits website:
http://www.temple.edu/hr/faculty/adjuncts.htm
– Call 215-204-1321 and ask for Geri O’Kane or Renee Larson
Independence Blue Cross
and Campus Recreation 200+ workout
stations314 meter indoor
track large aerobics
roommartial arts room
4 racquetball courts
outdoor multipurpose court
locker rooms, support areas
Employee Access Fees for Usage of Recreation Services
Valid Temple ID$55/semester (Fall/Spring)$30 Summer Session I & II
Pay at Bursar’s office or Campus Recreation main office, 102 McGonigle Hall
Term Payment Plan
EMPLOYEE MANUAL Policies and procedures apply to all
faculty and staff (including student workers, temporary employees, TA’s & RA’s, Post Doctoral Fellows and volunteers)
Employees are required to learn procedures in manual and abide by them – all new faculty/staff sign form
The University may make changes periodically in the policies
The official copy of the manual can be found @ www.temple.edu/hr or http://policies.temple.edu
10.9 Expectations for Work Related Behavior
All employees must conform to certain basic standards of behavior
Abide by all policies and procedures set forth in the Employee Manual and official Temple policies.
Meet established expectations of job performance.
Comply with attendance policies. Meet stated standards of efficiency. Respect the personal and property rights of
Temple, other employees, students, patients, clients & visitors.
10.9 Expectations for Work Related Behavior Follow University and departmental rules and
policies including, harassment/discrimination/ retaliation policies, Conflict of Interest Policies, and NCAA policies.
Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor. Engage in appropriate conduct in the
performance of duties. Support management’s goals and objectives. Observe all safety policies, regulations &
procedures. Rules of Conduct are a guide to violations of
expected behavior
Sections of the Employee Manual that
Apply to YouSome of the terms and conditions of your
employment are detailed.Please make sure you read sections:
1.0 Introduction2.0 About Temple University3.4 Academic Personnel4.1 Employment Applications and Other Forms4.3 Accuracy of Personnel Information4.5 Employment Eligibility8.0 The Unforeseen Injury (Workers Compensation)9.0 Your Paycheck and Expenses13.0 University Standards14.0 Employment Standards
13.0 Conflict of Interest 13.5 Conflict of Interest – Employees– All employees are required to use good faith in
all transactions involving their duties – Disclosure to chair of any potential conflict of
interest. 13.6 Gifts and Conflict of Interest
– Disclose gifts > $50 (lunches, concerts, gift certificates, sporting events).
– Special limitation on sponsorships of dept programs – prohibited if dept/unit has decision making authority over vendor selection/business relationship.
– See University policy on Gifts and Conflict of Interest at http://policies.temple.edu.
13.0 Conflict of Interest 13.7 Conflict of Interest –
Faculty
– Must avoid any conflict or appearance of conflict in dealing with organizations or individuals having or seeking to have business relationships with the University.
– Disclosure to chair and/or Dean
13.0 University Standards
13.8 Drug Free Workplace– Everyone is responsible for ensuring that Temple is a
drug-free, healthful, safe and secure work environment 13.9 Drug & Alcohol Abuse
– Use of unlawful drugs or abuse of lawful alcohol or drugs is prohibited
13.10 Drug & Alcohol Testing – Pre-employment– Reasonable suspicion/after an accident
13.11 Gambling in the Workplace– prohibited
13.12 Political Activities– May not use position or university connection in any way– If elected, duties cannot interfere with work
University Safety Standards
13.14 Safety– Employees must follow all safety regulations
promulgated by EHRS– Employees responsible for reviewing EHRS
website You can be Temple’s Safety Net
– Civility on Campus– a practical guide and step-by-step process for dealing with incivility on campus or in the classroom.
– Referral Guide for Faculty & Staff– Tuttleman Counseling Center & Care
Team– www.temple.edu/counseling
14.0 Employment Standards 14.1 Weapons on Campus
– Prohibited except for Temple Police/Campus Safety
14.2 Violence in the Workplace– Threatening or violent behavior
towards anyone prohibited– Physical, written, oral, expressions,
behavior, email, telephone, stalking– Reporting of such required
14.0 Employment Standards 14.5 Confidential Information
– Everyone must abide by policy– Everyone will sign a confidentiality form– Failure to sign/abide – termination– Student information is confidential
14.6 Workplace Surveillance and Searches– Employees on notice that Temple may– For safety related concerns
14.0 Employment Standards 14.7 Use of Communication Systems– For lawful TU purposes only– TU has right to investigate concerns regarding
unlawful use 14.8 Monitoring and/or Recording of Telephone
Calls– For business purposes– Employees will be notified if department monitors– Employees must consent.– HR will try to move if consent withheld – but no
guarantee 14.9 Voicemail and E-mail
– Notice to employees that Temple has right to review for business purposes including investigation of inappropriate use.
14.0 Employment Standards 13.13 Software and Computer Usage
– Policy governing software, hardware, and computer related equipment/resources owned by Temple – usage strictly for Temple purposes
– Any Temple employee, student, retiree, consultant who has access to or uses a TU system to conduct TU business must abide by TU policies
14.10 Computer, Internet and Computer Games– Not in a way that violates harassment
policy
14.0 Employment Standards 14.16 Severe Weather
– If classes are canceled, all admin/staff expected to report
– Employee is responsible for checking status of Temple
– Faculty responsible for checking if University is closed
14.17 Emergency Closings – Policy pertains to closure of University for
extreme conditions– May not pertain to cancellation of classes– Emergency Notification System – update ESS
What is Workers’ Compensation?
A state mandated lawDefines the liability of an employer to pay
medical and indemnity (wages) benefits for work related injuries
100% Employer Sponsored– Speedy remedy– No-Fault System– Pays a percentage of income and non
taxable
WC RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
To notify your chair when you are injured – even if you do not require medical treatment and complete an incident report
To proper medical care - treat with the posted panel of physicians for 90 days
Switch medical providers Second opinion for surgical procedures Notify your chair/Temple of any changes in
your medical or employment status. Fraud provisions for non-compliance REPORT ALL UNSAFE CONDITIONS
IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCIES - CAMPUS POLICE 215.204.1234 or 1-1234
TO REPORT UNSAFE CONDITIONS, SAFETY RELATED PROBLEMS, OR TO GIVE SAFETY RELATED TIPS OR SUGGESTIONS
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION 215.204.3328 or 1-3328 [email protected]
Campus Safety Services Facts Campus Safety Services operates 24 hours a day,
7 days week and 365 days a year Includes Police and Security Officers Officers are responsible for calls for service,
periodic checks of all campus buildings, crime prevention, medical escorts, traffic regulation, “manual” vehicle lockouts along with many other duties.
www.temple.edu/safety
For help, emergencies, or to report a fire or crime, call
215-204-1234 or 1-1234
Temple University’s Non-Discrimination Policy Academic Community that respects diversity Committed to the principles of affirmative action
to ensure equal opportunity for those historically excluded and to foster diversity
Does not discriminate on the basis of:– Race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status or veteran status
Report discrimination to your Chair, Office of Multicultural Affairs or HR
(Employee Manual, Section 13.1)
Temple University’s Non-Discrimination Policy
(continued) Allegations are promptly investigated. Confidentiality protected as much as possible Retaliation is prohibited against all employees
participating in an investigation. Discrimination in violation of this policy is subject
to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.
Supervisor, who has knowledge of discrimination but takes no action to end it, is also subject to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.
Anti-Harassment Policy Temple University is committed to creating and
maintaining an academic and work environment free of all forms of harassment
Includes harassment based on:– Sex /Gender– Race/Color– Sexual Orientation– Religion– National Origin– Age– Disability– Marital Status– Pregnancy
(Employee Manual, Section 13.3)
Enforcement of Anti-Harassment Policy
Actions will be taken to: Prevent, Correct, and if necessary Discipline
behavior which adversely impacts the academic or work environment
Use of University communication, voice mail or email/computer system in a harassing manner is prohibited and will result in disciplinary action, up to and including discharge
Retaliatory actions will be subject to disciplinary action
Harassment Awareness Quiz
What is Harassment? A type of unlawful discrimination An educational or work environment that is
permeated with discriminatory intimidation, ridicule, and insult that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to alter the conditions of the victim’s educational or work environment by creating an abusive environment.
Examples– Vulgar Language/Off Color Comments or Jokes– Inappropriate Materials/Visual Displays– Offensive emails– Inappropriate touching– Work-related off-premises conduct
What is Sexual Harassment?
Unwelcome Sexual advances Requests for sexual favors Dissemination of sexually offensive
or suggestive written, recorded or electronically transmitted messages
Other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when…
Sexual HarassmentSubmission to such conduct is made explicitly
or implicitly a term or condition of instruction, employment, or participation in a University activity; or
Submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for evaluation in making academic or personnel decisions affecting an individual; or
Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive University environment.”
Illegal Harassment ... May be Quid Pro Quo or Hostile
Environment Severe or Pervasive As judged by a Reasonable Person Alters the conditions of victims
educational environment Includes conduct by people of same sex
and peers Based on common sense and social
context
Faculty/Student Relationships
No instructor shall:– make a sexually suggestive or intimidating remark– ask a student for a date or sexual favor
Sexual or romantic relationships are prohibited even if consensual between:– instructors and students in their courses– instructors, advisors, coaches, physicians, or other
similar individuals and students they are advising, supervising or evaluating or whose academic or career opportunities they are directly or indirectly effecting
(Employee Manual, Sections, 14.3 and 14.4)
Prohibited Consensual Relationships
If a consensual relationship develops between a student and instructor, the instructor should not evaluate the student without prior permission by the Dean
Relationships between supervisors and their subordinates are also prohibited
Contrapower Harassment
Harassment of those with more “organizational/formal” power by those with less.
Students harassing faculty Behaviors include:
– Suggestive looks, physical harassment, verbal remarks, anonymous, inappropriate phone calls or letters, negative comments about a professor
Source: “Contrapower Harassment and the Professorial Archetype: Gender, Race, and Authority in the Classroom,” Buchanan and Bruce
Retaliation is Prohibited Temple Policy prohibits adverse action
against:– Complainants– Witnesses/other participants in
investigations
May occur regardless of whether charge of harassment is founded or unfounded
http://www.temple.edu/hr/departments/employeerelations/documents/Retaliation-Policy.pdf
What to do if You are Harassed
Confront the Harasser – let him/her know that the behavior is unwelcome
Keep a Record Immediately report it to:
Your supervisor An ombudsperson The Office of Multicultural Affairs (Ground floor, Mitten Hall,1-
7303) Human Resources/LR (203 USB, 1-1319)
The Office of Multicultural Affairs will conduct a prompt investigation
Contact SACE, Tuttleman Counseling Center, for counseling (ground floor, Sullivan Hall, 1-7276)
Office of Multicultural AffairsOffice of Multicultural AffairsMitten Hall, Lower Level1913 N. Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19122-6092phone 215.204.7303 fax
Staff Rhonda Brown, AVP Sandra Foehl, Director, Affirmative
Action/Compliance & Investigation Tracey Hamilton, Assistant Director, Affirmative
Action/Compliance & Investigation, 215.204.7438 Tiffenia Archie, Faculty Recruitment & Retention
215.204.9213
Offices to Contact for: Harassment/discrimination
– Office of Multicultural Affairs Employee misconduct/Union issues/Inappropriate supervisor
conduct– Human Resources
Faculty misconduct/Conflict of interest/Academic fraud– Provost Office
Student academic misconduct– Student Affairs
Criminal activity/Threats of risk– Campus Safety Services
Misuse of university computer and network systems– VP Computer Services
Data privacy issue– Information security and privacy officer
Important Temple Web-Sites
TUportal – your door to all electronic systems– https://tuportal3.temple.edu
Human Resources– www.temple.edu/hr
Employee Self Service– ess.temple.edu
Policies – http://policies.temple.edu
Office of the Provost – http://www.temple.edu/provost
Please complete Evaluation Workers’ Comp. Form – retain pink copy Confidentiality Form Receipt of Employee Manual and Rules of
Conduct
Thank you for your contributions to Temple and for attending this evening!
