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.
Episodes
In this episode of The Adjunct Files, John and Maggie sit down with Matt Losey, Creative Commons Lab Coordinator at FGCU’s library, to explore how the library is so much more than a place for books. From 3D printing and CNC milling to podcast studios and a massive data visualization wall, Matt shares how these cutting-edge resources empower students and faculty alike. Learn how adjuncts can integrate alternative assig...
In this inspiring episode of The Adjunct Files, Andi Clemons—director in the Provost’s Office, doctoral candidate, and first-time adjunct—shares her multifaceted journey through higher education. From managing academic budgets to surviving hurricanes and navigating dissertation stress, Andi brings a unique perspective to the classroom and campus culture. She discusses the importance of building resilience before adver...
In this engaging episode of The Adjunct Files, FGCU adjunct Chad Cumming shares his unconventional journey from tax accountant to attorney and educator, blending real-world experience with a passion for teaching. Chad discusses how he brings business law and ethics to life for his students—using memes, current events, and historical context to foster critical thinking and adaptability. From startup stories to classroo...
In this inspiring episode of The Adjunct Files, hosts John Roth and Maggie Hohne sit down with two retired physicians turned FGCU adjunct professors: Dr. Lou Broslovsky (OBGYN) and Dr. Andrew Berkow (Radiologist). What began as a post-retirement golf friendship evolved into a shared passion for teaching anatomy and physiology to the next generation of healthcare professionals.
The duo reflects on:
- Their unconvention...
In this engaging episode of The Adjunct Files, co-hosts John Roth and Maggie Hohne sit down with Dr. Paul Dosal, a fourth-generation Floridian and seasoned higher ed administrator, to explore his journey from Latin American historian to student success champion. Dr. Dosal shares his personal and professional background, including his academic roots in Tampa and Tulane, his tenure at USF and UCF, and his recent transit...
Dr. Penny Edwards from University of Rhode Island discusses her dissertation research on Adjunct Faculty Vitality and her passion and advocacy for adjunct faculty with Maggie and John. There are many similarities between her discoveries and the experience of adjunct faculty and department chairs.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices...
Dr. Peter Bergerson joins Maggie and John to discuss his more than 50 years of experience teaching higher education and with politics, seeing in the recent years a shift toward more difficulty having civil discussions with students. Bergerson shares his experience as an intern with Mayor Daily in Chicago, his time at the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chi town, and his years at SEMO (Southeast Missouri State) where he...
Dr. Glenn Whitehouse and Patricia Rice join Maggie and John to discuss the new Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) at the university - transferrable skills. What is it? Well, employers are looking for skills like leadership, communication, teamwork, but most of our courses don't have that in their title, though students are learning these and many more skills that are vital. Adjunct faculty are given a privilege t...
Jose Carballo Gomez, an adjunct professor who oversees students in nursing clinicals, talks to John and Maggie about how we can better support both nursing students and their clinical directors. Jose has the unique perspective with a Masters in Nursing Education.
For a transcript of this podcast, use this link: Transcript of Adjunct Files with Clinical Nursing.docx
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James...
Falia Justima of the FGCU Runway Program in the School of Entrepreneurship at FGCU speaks with John and Maggie about how the runway program and other offerings in entrepreneurship may benefit adjunct faculty a their teaching. She also shares he life story and experience as an adjunct faculty member.
For a transcript of this podcast: Transcript of Adjunct Files Project Runway.docx
Maggie and John are joined by Cara and Roberto of Alianza to discuss the role of Faculty and Staff Resource Groups, how Alianza brings community and connection, and the benefits for adjunct faculty to find their flock at FGCU. To connect with Alianza, email them at alianza@fgcu.edu
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of The Lu...
Rose Fuller and Bryn Goldsmith of Career Services speak with John and Maggie on how adjunct faculty members can enhance their courses, giving active learning and direct application with drop in modules, workshops, guest speakers, events and more from their team.
For a transcript, use this link: Transcript to Adjunct Files Podcast with Career Services.docx
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
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Dr. Jon Brunner joins Maggie and John to discuss his retirement and his nearly 29 years of service at FGCU. Brunner, though, places to focus on students and their holistic health in this episode, encouraging all faculty and staff to keep being student-centered in higher education.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of The Lucas Ce...
Tyler Gibson, Instructor in the Department of Communication and Philosophy, shares his story about the quick road from masters graduate to adjunct instructor to full time instructor with Maggie and John. Along the way he shares insights into how someone can quickly get prepared once hired (ask for help) and what ways universities might improve their support.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husn...
Bill Reynolds and Kim Fournier from the Lucas Center for Faculty Development join Maggie and John discussing what are the first steps an instructor should take when assigned a new course.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of The Lucas Center for Faculty Development at FGCU. You can learn more by clicking on this link:
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, regardless of their desire for a full time position.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of Th...
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.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of The Lucas Center for Faculty Development at FGCU. You ...
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 whole story, her style of leadership, her lessons learned, the importance of active listening and the strategic plan as we innovate to student success.
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 an adjunct.
Theme music composed, performed and produced by James Husni.
Adjunct Nation is a collaborative podcast under the auspices of The Lucas Center for Faculty Devel...
Find out about UDL: Universal Design for Learning with podcast guest, Elizabeth Weatherford. She shares some resources:
Microsoft Team on UDL. There are general resources, research about UDL, and then I have some discipline-specific pages in the “Resources” channel. Her podcast is also linked there.
This is Elizabeth's UDL…page that has some presentations listed there ( as well as my contact information, podcasts...
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