Frequently Asked Questions

New Adjunct Faculty Orientation
 Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is my classroom?

Check out the campus map. Links to an external site.If you don't know your assigned classroom, check PAWS. Links to an external site.

  • What equipment is in my classroom, and how do I use it?

Visit MTSS Tech-Enabled Spaces Links to an external site. to learn about classroom equipment. Review the quick user guide on the physical classroom tab on Part 2: Getting Started with Teaching Tools.

  • What library resources are available for adjunct faculty?

Gitenstein Library is here to support your teaching and research. This guide Links to an external site. will give a brief overview of the services we offer.

  • Where do I park?

Apply for a parking decal and find Faculty/Staff parking lots at Parking Services Links to an external site.. 

  • How do I get keys?

Your program assistant will request keys but you must pick them up in person with your TCNJ ID from Access Control Services Links to an external site.

  • Do I have access to an office on campus?

Check with your department's program assistant for the location of adjunct office space.

  • Where can I get coffee on campus?

Familiarize yourself with the many on-campus dining options Links to an external site.. Panera is located in Campus Town.

  • There are not enough chairs in my classroom. What do I do?

Contact your department's program assistant for guidance if you find your classroom is not equipped as expected

  • Is there a textbook already ordered?

First, look up your course in the bookstore's textbook finder. Links to an external site. If no textbook is listed or to obtain a desk copy, check with your department's program assistant.

  • Is there a sample syllabus I can see?

View a sample syllabus using this course's syllabus tool.  Check with your department's program assistant for a course-specific syllabus.

  • How can I request a class session with a librarian?

The Gitenstein Library Resources for Faculty Links to an external site. lists the subject librarians. Contact your subject librarian to discuss your course needs.

  • Who is my subject librarian?

The Gitenstein Library Resources for Faculty Links to an external site.lists the subject librarians.

  • Who do I contact if I cannot log into my email?

Contact the IT HelpDesk Links to an external site. if you need support with your email or campus technology.

  • I've signed my contract but I still don't know my email. Who should I contact?

Look up your TCNJ account Links to an external site. information.

  • My student asked if we are meeting during the 4th hour; what does this mean?

Most TCNJ courses are scheduled for three contact hours. Consult with your department regarding use of the 4th hour, and include an explanation of its use on your course syllabus. Some faculty find this time useful for labs, showing extended videos, group work, presentations, etc. Memorandum of Agreement 62 notes that the College:

“ . . . revised its class schedule grid to facilitate faculty efforts to significantly increase out-of-class learning by establishing an extra “conference” section per week for all classes . . .   It is agreed that the conference hour is used at the instructor’s discretion in keeping with the best pedagogical practices of the discipline. The College shall not require nor expect any faculty to meet with the class or individual students during the conference, except in the cases of special part-time faculty or professional staff assigned to handle these sessions as part of their established load.”

  • Can I join the union?

Yes,  The College of New Jersey Federation of Teachers, Local 2364, is the legal name of the AFT affiliate at TCNJ. Visit the Local’s website Links to an external site. for information.

  • I have a disability and would like to request accommodations. Who do I speak to about this?

Fill out the ARC Affiliation Form for Faculty/Staff Links to an external site. to request accommodations.

  • What is PAWS?

PAWS (Primary Academic Web Services) is the campus-wide computerized system used by faculty to view class rosters, course descriptions, and submit grades. It gives students self-service access to their records. If you need more information, see Information for All Adjunct Faculty. Links to an external site. 

  • How can I offer my feedback on this training opportunity?

Please offer your anonymous feedback on the training's format and content by completing the evaluation form Links to an external site..