Advertising Summary: The Honors College at Virginia
Commonwealth University invites applications for a faculty position
at the rank of Instructor (non-tenurable) to teach courses grounded
in experiential learning, primarily Honors 460: Clash of Ideas.
This course investigates key intellectual debates using the
Reacting to the Past pedagogy and the successful candidate will
have experience and/or a willingness to use this approach.
Depending upon staffing needs and expertise, the successful
candidate may have the opportunity to teach in the Honors Writing
Program and/or develop courses in their area of expertise. This
9-month appointment will start on August 15, 2026 and has a 4/4
teaching load. This position may be renewed yearly, for up to three
years (contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance,
college needs and the availability of funding).
Unit: Honors College
Department: Honors College
Department Summary: The Honors College at Virginia
Commonwealth University promotes academic excellence through an
innovative curriculum integrated with experiential learning. Our
students acquire a foundation for future success wherever their
dreams and passions may lead them.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Mission:
The VCU Honors College is an inclusive community of scholars that
inspires creativity, enduring curiosity and a commitment to improve
the human experience. The VCU Honors College serves as an
interdisciplinary center for academic excellence where students
cultivate their intellectual curiosity and realize their potential
through:
● Experiential learning
● Targeted research opportunities
● Creative scholarship
● Civic engagement
● Global learning
● Close knit and collaborative community
● Developmental mentoring
● Specialized learning opportunities
● Innovative curriculum
Chief Purpose:
This position is a term faculty position (restricted) with the rank
of Instructor, in the Honors College. The primary responsibility of
this position is to teach HONR 460 (Clash of Ideas). This class is
based on the Reacting to the Past pedagogy, and it is expected that
this position will contribute multiple sections of this course to
the Honors curriculum. Additionally, as needed, this position may
contribute to the Honors Writing Program courses (HONR 230, 240,
340) and/or topics courses in their area of expertise. In this
role, this position supports the development of Honors students’
skills in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem
solving. This position directly contributes to the Honors College's
mission of providing world-class educational experiences and
fostering intellectual growth, thereby supporting VCU's Quest 2028:
One VCU Together We Transform by igniting student success and
promoting innovation. The faculty member may also support the
department with service responsibilities as well, but there is no
expectation of research.
RESPONSIBILITIES: