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.
The Adjunct Files
Latest Episodes
Inside Faculty Senate: Why Adjunct Voices Matter
What exactly does Faculty Senate do, and why should adjunct faculty care? In this episode of The Adjunct Files, John and Maggie sit down with Dr. Derek Lura, President of the FGCU Faculty Senate, for a candid conversation about ...
Lost on Campus? Tami Tassler to the Rescue
In this episode of The Adjunct Files, John and Maggie sit down with Tami Tassler, Associate Director of Admissions and the energetic force behind FGCU’s Welcome Center and campus tours. With 25 years of experience introducing fu...
A Voice and a Vote: Meet FGCU’s First Adjunct Faculty Senators
History is being made at FGCU. In this episode of The Adjunct Files, Jon and Maggie sit down with Emily Chaikin and Jessica Carter Peer, the first adjunct faculty members ever elected to the FGCU Faculty Senate—making FGC...
From Storms to Students: Brian Rist on Entrepreneurship, Purpose, and Giving Back
In this episode of The Adjunct Files, John and Maggie sit down with Brian Rist—founder of Storm Smart, longtime entrepreneur, philanthropist, and adjunct faculty member at FGCU—fresh off receiving an honorary Doctor of Laws at commencement. Wha...
Blue Lights, Bears, and Back‑Up: What FGCU Police Want Adjuncts to Know
What do adjunct faculty really need to know about campus safety—and who should you call when something doesn’t feel right? In this episode of The Adjunct Files, Jon and Maggie sit down with Officer Christine Hoffman of the FGCU Police ...
