Academic Year
2015 -2016
Campbell University
Adult & Online Education
Faculty Handbook 2015
DISCLAIMER
Campbell University, Inc., is pleased to provide its Adult & Online Faculty a formal
Handbook. Its design reflects Campbell’s belief that people are the University’s most important
resource.
This handbook is designed to acquaint the Adult & Online Faculty with Campbell
University’s policies by covering the questions most frequently asked. Because it is difficult to
address every issue that may arise in the course of employment, the University will attempt to
monitor such issues and resolve them in a fair and impartial manner. If necessary, more complete
information on University policies can be obtained from the appropriate dean or from the Office of
the Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost.
The effective date of this manual is August 1, 2015. These policies are subject to change
from time to time at the University’s discretion. As new programs or policies develop, the pertinent
parts of this manual may be added, modified, or deleted.
This Faculty Handbook is intended as a guideline for faculty and should not be construed as
an offer to contract or as a contract between the University and any faculty member or a warranty of
benefits. Please keep this handbook intact and in a safe place.
The University trustees may modify or rescind policies or benefits at any time, for any
reason, with or without notice. It may unilaterally change any of the provisions of this handbook in
its sole discretion and without notice to any employee. The University reserves the right to correct
any errors made in preparation of this Handbook. This Faculty Handbook supersedes all previous
faculty handbooks, in addition to management memos that may have been issued on subjects
covered herein.
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MAJOR MILESTONES IN THE UNIVERSITY'S HISTORY
January 5, 1887:
Buies Creek Academy is opened to twenty one students by founder James
Archibald Campbell.
December 20, 1900:
All but one building is destroyed by fire.
January 8, 1901:
The school reopens.
1903:
Completion of Kivett Building.
1913:
First dormitory (Treat Hall) opens for women residents.
1923:
First dormitory (Layton Hall) for men.
1925:
Completion of Carrie Rich Library.
November 17, 1926:
Name changes to Campbell Junior College; enrollment is 767 students.
1926:
Completion of D. Rich Administration Building.
March 18, 1934:
Death of the founder and President.
March 26, 1934
Leslie Hartwell Campbell becomes the second President.
September 11, 1961:
The School becomes an accredited Senior College
June 6, 1967:
Norman Adrian Wiggins becomes the third President.
February 1976:
First classes held at Fort Bragg Campus
August 30, 1976:
students.
Establishment of the School of Law with admission of a charter class of 97
August 20, 1977:
First graduate program in Education (MEd).
1977:
Organization of Omicron Delta Kappa circle.
August 29, 1978:
First graduate program in Business (MBA).
June 6, 1979:
With the graduation of the first law class, the name is changed to
Campbell University.
October 11, 1979:
Establishment of the Malaysia program at Tunku Abdul Rahman College.
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MAJOR MILESTONES IN THE UNIVERSITY'S HISTORY
(Continued)
July 19, 1980:
Establishment of study program at South Wales Baptist College.
October 11, 1983:
Establishment of the Lundy Fetterman School of Business.
September 1984:
Dedication of Taylor Bott Rogers Fine Arts Center.
December 2, 1985:
Establishment of the School of Education.
January 16, 1986:
Celebration of the Campbell University Centennial begins.
August 25, 1986:
Admission of the charter class in the School of Pharmacy.
Fall 1987:
First classes held at Camp Lejeune Campus
1993:
Completion of Wiggins Hall to house the Law School.
August 19, 1996:
Admission of the founding class in the Divinity School.
Fall 1997:
First classes held at Raleigh Campus
June 1999:
Completion of the Lundy-Fetterman School of Business Building.
October 2001:
Completion of the Lundy-Fetterman Museum and Exhibit Hall.
May 29, 2003:
Norman A. Wiggins becomes the University’s first Chancellor.
May 29, 2003:
Jerry M. Wallace becomes the fourth President of Campbell University.
August 2004:
Completion of the renovation of the D. Rich Memorial Building and Turner
Auditorium.
January, 2006:
Formal beginning of the Study Abroad Program.
October 2007:
Completion of Ronald W. Maddox Hall.
August, 2008:
Reinstatement of Intercollegiate Football after a 50 year absence.
October 2008:
Completion of the John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center.
August 2009:
Completion of Butler Chapel.
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MAJOR MILESTONES IN THE UNIVERSITY'S HISTORY
(Continued)
September 2009:
Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law moves to Raleigh, NC.
June 2009:
School of Pharmacy becomes College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
May 2012:
Lundy-Fetterman School of Business is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
(ACBSP).
June 2012:
Wiggins Memorial Library is opened.
July 2012:
School of Medicine receives provisional accreditation from the
Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
August 2013:
School of Medicine opens with charter class.
January 2014:
Campbell University offers first Online Degree Programs
January 2015:
Extended Programs rebranded as Adult & Online Education
July 2015:
J. Bradley becomes the 5th President of Campbell University
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Table of Contents
I. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Campbell University Mission Statement .................................................................................................... 8
Adult & Online Education Mission and Goals ......................................................................................... 8
University Accreditation ............................................................................................................................... 9
Governance .................................................................................................................................................... 9
II. FACULTY STATUS, OBLIGATIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIVILEGES .................. 9
Definition of Adjunct Status........................................................................................................................ 9
Benefits .........................................................................................................................................................10
Academic Freedom .....................................................................................................................................11
Teaching Load .............................................................................................................................................11
University Performance Evaluations ........................................................................................................11
Terms of Contract .......................................................................................................................................11
DECIDE Quality Certification .................................................................................................................12
Course Classifications .................................................................................................................................12
Course Syllabus Requirements ..................................................................................................................13
Faculty Responsibilities ..............................................................................................................................14
Professional Development Funding Policy (Effective 11.21.13) .........................................................15
Recognition ..................................................................................................................................................16
III. FACULTY MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................... 16
Management Responsibilities ....................................................................................................................16
Faculty Records ...........................................................................................................................................17
Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring ...........................................................................................................17
Orientation ...................................................................................................................................................18
Supervision ...................................................................................................................................................18
Evaluation.....................................................................................................................................................18
IV. ACADEMIC CONDUCT ...................................................................................................................... 19
Academic Conduct Statement of Principle .............................................................................................19
Definition .................................................................................................................................................19
Rationale ...................................................................................................................................................20
Faculty Actions and Student Sanctions ...............................................................................................20
Appeals .....................................................................................................................................................21
V. STUDENT CODE OF BEHAVIOR .................................................................................................... 22
Code of Honor ............................................................................................................................................22
Disciplinary Offenses: Adult & Online Education ...........................................................................23
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Authority of the Dean for Adult & Online Education .....................................................................24
Authority of the Campus Directors .....................................................................................................24
Appeals .....................................................................................................................................................24
Sanctions: Adult & Online Education .................................................................................................25
Title IX Non-discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Violence, Non-Retaliation Policy .....25
VI. GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 26
Absences .......................................................................................................................................................26
Add and Drop ..............................................................................................................................................26
Administrative Support ..............................................................................................................................27
Assessment ...................................................................................................................................................27
Attendance Records ....................................................................................................................................27
Audio-Visual Support .................................................................................................................................27
Blackboard Learning Platform ..................................................................................................................28
Blended Course Policy ................................................................................................................................28
Cheating and Plagiarism .............................................................................................................................28
Children ........................................................................................................................................................29
Class Cancellations/Rescheduling ............................................................................................................29
Class Rosters ................................................................................................................................................29
Classroom Policies ......................................................................................................................................29
Copyright Permissions ................................................................................................................................29
Dress Code ...................................................................................................................................................30
Field Trips ....................................................................................................................................................30
Firearms ........................................................................................................................................................30
Grades ...........................................................................................................................................................30
Grievance Procedure ..................................................................................................................................32
Independent Study ......................................................................................................................................33
Institutional Effectiveness..........................................................................................................................33
Internships ....................................................................................................................................................34
Meetings ........................................................................................................................................................35
Orientation ...................................................................................................................................................36
Pay .................................................................................................................................................................36
Substitute Instructors/Proctors/Guest Lecturers ..................................................................................36
Syllabus..........................................................................................................................................................36
Textbooks/Course Materials .....................................................................................................................37
Turnitin.com© .............................................................................................................................................37
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Tutoring ........................................................................................................................................................37
Withdrawals ..................................................................................................................................................37
VII. INSTITUTIONAL POLICY ................................................................................................................ 38
VIII. ADULT & ONLINE EDUCATION SPECIFIC INFORMATION ......................................... 38
Campus Specific Information ....................................................................................................................38
Inclement Weather ......................................................................................................................................38
Reimbursement for Expenses ...................................................................................................................39
IX. CHANGES IN THE HANDBOOK ................................................................................................... 39
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I. INTRODUCTION
Campbell University Mission Statement
The mission of Campbell University is to graduate students with exemplary academic and
professional skills who are prepared for purposeful lives and meaningful service. The University is
informed and inspired by its Baptist heritage and three basic theological and biblical presuppositions:
learning is appointed and conserved by God as essential to the fulfillment of human destiny; in
Christ all things consist and find ultimate unity; and the Kingdom of God in this world is rooted and
grounded in Christian community. The University embraces the conviction that there is no conflict
between the life of faith and the life of inquiry.
To fulfill its mission, the University:
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presents a worldview informed by Christian principles and perspectives;
affirms that truth is revelatory and transcendent as well as empirical and rational, and that all
truth finds its unity in Jesus Christ;
influences development of moral courage, social sensitivity, and ethical responsibility;
gathers a diverse community of learners;
delivers academic instruction in the liberal arts and sciences and professional preparation at
both undergraduate and graduate levels; through traditional, extended campus and online
programs;
transfers to students the vast body of knowledge and values accumulated over the ages;
encourages students to think critically and creatively;
fosters the development of intellectual vitality, physical wellness, and aesthetic sensibility;
forges a community of learning that is committed to the pursuit, discovery, and
dissemination of knowledge;
provides students with servant leadership opportunities;
cooperates with other educational institutions to expand learning opportunities for students;
offers service and other opportunities to the greater community through athletics,
continuing education; and cultural enrichment programming.
Adult & Online Education Mission and Goals
Mission
The mission of Adult & Online Education is: 1) Extend the mission of Campbell University to adult
learners through extension campuses at selected locations in North Carolina and online and 2)
Support the Voluntary Education Programs offered to service members at a variety of military
locations.
Goals
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To provide extended programs and services that are comparable in quality with those
provided on main campus.
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To provide qualified and dedicated faculty and student service professionals who are
committed to serving active duty service members, adult learners, and veterans.
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To provide effective administration and demonstrate efficient and reliable management
for approved extended campus and online programs.
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To establish and practice policies and procedures that take into account the conditions
and circumstances of adult learners and contribute to their success through appropriate
student admissions, registration, assessment of prior learning, academic advisement,
financial aid, and other services.
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To provide sufficient quantities of relevant instructional resources to faculty for teaching
support and the facilities and equipment to support the programs and services offered at
each extended campus and online as well as other relevant resources to accomplish the
program’s mission.
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To assess student learning in academic programs through comprehensive and specific
learning outcomes.
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To provide continuous and systematic program evaluation to stimulate improvement,
enhance growth and quality, and increase the likelihood of the achievement of the
program mission.
University Accreditation
For information regarding Campbell University accreditations, please visit
http://www.campbell.edu/accreditation
Governance
The Board of Trustees has the legal authority to manage, control, and administer the affairs of the
University. The Board is the final authority as to all matters relating to or in any way affecting the
operation and well-being of the University.
Campbell is affiliated with the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, the Cooperative Baptist
Fellowship of North Carolina, and the National Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. The University’s
relationship with its affiliates is voluntary and each mutually affirms that Campbell University is an
autonomous entity governed by its Board of Trustees.
II. FACULTY STATUS, OBLIGATIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIVILEGES
Definition of Adjunct Status
Adjunct Status
The University understands adjunct status to be with those persons who are not employed full-time
at the University, but who are appointed to teach on a course by course or term by term basis. Such
status automatically terminates at the end of each term or semester unless otherwise specified.
Adjunct status carries no fringe benefits, but does accord the person academic recognition, library
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privileges, and bookstore discounts. Part-time and adjunct faculty do not accumulate eligibility for
sabbatical leaves, promotion, or tenure. Part-time and adjunct appointments are usually handled by
the Campus Director.
Lead Faculty
Appointed by the Campus Director in collaboration with the Dean of Adult & Online Education, a
lead faculty member is one who serves as a program’s liaison between the main campus department
and the extended campus. This individual works in collaboration with the department to ensure
program goals are being addressed and met in all courses. Lead faculty is expected to be highly
qualified in their academic discipline and also demonstrate the ability to serve in the capacity
described below.
 Attend main campus and/or off-campus faculty meetings at the request by the department
chair and/or Campus Director
 Attend and participate in Spring and Winter graduation ceremonies
 Work with department head and Campus Director to suggest and adjust programs and
courses as needed to facilitate better learning outcomes for Adult & Online students.
 Assist Campus Director with preparation of program annual reports
 Assist the Campus Director in monitoring and achieving program goals to include
admissions and retention
 Assist the Campus Director in developing a proactive schedule of courses spanning 12 to 18
months
 Support the department in the enforcement of course-level adherence to learning goals and
outcomes thru an annual review/revision process for course syllabi that ensures consistency
with departmental learning goals and outcomes
 Orient/Mentor Adult & Online Faculty as needed
 Assist department faculty in locating the resources needed to support their teaching
 Assist the Campus Director in coordinating the departmental faculty peer review process
 Review student course evaluations and graduate surveys and make recommendations
regarding departmental faculty
 Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with administrators, faculty, staff, and
students
 Be eager to share ideas and collaborate with others
 Possess excellent written, verbal and organizational skills
 Work within a schedule and meet agreed upon deadlines
 Serve a member of the respective Campus Faculty Advisory Board
 Other duties as may be assigned by the Campus Director
Benefits
Adult & Online Education Adjunct Faculty status carries no fringe benefits other than the
opportunity to participate in the University’s 403.b. plan with the University in a non-contributory
status.
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Academic Freedom
The teacher is entitled to full freedom in research and in the publication of the results, subject to the
adequate performance of his other academic duties; but research for pecuniary return must be based
upon an understanding with the authorities of the institution in advance of the acceptance of
employment.
Teachers are entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject, but they should be
careful not to introduce into their teaching controversial matter which has no relation to their
subject. Limitations of academic freedom because of religious or other aims of the institution
should be clearly stated in writing at the time of the appointment.
The university teacher is a citizen, a member of a learned profession, an officer of an educational
institution. The primary loyalty is to their institution, their profession, and their growth and
development as a scholar, a person, and a teacher. They possesses the right, as a citizen, to speak
and write, subject to special obligations arising from their position as an employee of the University;
to be accurate, to exercise proper restraint, to show respect for the opinions of others, and to make
every effort to indicate that in their role as a citizen they are not an institutional spokesperson.
Moreover, they should allow for the fact that many members of the general public will find it
difficult to disassociate a teacher’s utterances as a citizen from their institutional identification.
Teachers should not use official university stationary or their institutional title in issuing public
statements which they make purely in their role as a citizen.
Teaching Load
Adult & Online adjunct faculty should normally not exceed 12 credit hours per semester.
Permissions to exceed this limit must be received from the Dean of Adult & Online Education.
University Performance Evaluations
Evaluation of faculty performance is a form of quality control and a means of faculty development.
The major objective of faculty evaluation is to insure high levels of professional performance in
every discipline and to ascertain that faculty members are worthy role models for students in a
Christian institution of higher education. Lead Faculty, Department Chairmen, Campus Directors
and Deans are responsible for assisting faculty members in such matters as improving teaching
techniques, experimenting with better course materials, and upgrading credentials.
Faculty evaluation may take several forms including annual self-evaluation via the professional
performance report, student evaluations, environmental evaluation, and/or other forms approved by
the faculty and administration.
Terms of Contract
Adult & Online Faculty contracts offered by the University contain the terms and conditions of
employment. Both the University and the faculty member are expected to abide by the stated terms
of employment.
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DECIDE Quality Certification
The DECIDE Quality Certification (Development Evaluation for Course Integrity and
Design Elements) ensures a thorough course review process of the delivery of all blended and
online courses on all campuses at Campbell University to ensure quality.
DECIDE Design and development agreements
In course design and development for online courses, the University is engaged in a contractual
arrangement as there is an exchange of money upon completion of the online course development.
Therefore, course design and development agreements are offered and executed for all online course
development. The agreements are sent from and must be returned to Online Education. The
University is under no obligation to pay for an online course’s development in the absence of a
properly executed agreement
Course Classifications
Undergraduate courses are categorized according to the following classifications:
Traditional: Courses categorized as traditional should include at least one of the following:
 traditional instruction via face-to-face classroom meetings
 laboratory meetings and other instructor supervised educational activities
 in classroom tests, exams, student presentations, discussions, etc.
Traditional courses are not required to be DECIDE Certified.
Colleague code - LE
Blackboard-Enhanced: The line between Blackboard-enhanced and blended/hybrid may seem
blurred. If a professor chooses to Blackboard-enhance a course, he or she is still expected to meet
with his or her class each scheduled class period. Blackboard enhancement is a great tool; however,
this designation does not authorize professors to teach their course via a blended/hybrid or online
platform.
Blackboard-Enhanced courses are not required to be DECIDE Certified.
Colleague code - LE
Blended/Hybrid: A blended/hybrid course consists of a combination of face-to-face and online
educational instructional opportunities as designed by the instructor. Online educational
instructional opportunities may include lecture, independent study, visual electronic interaction and
other online communication. A course is blended/hybrid when up to 49% of the instructional
minutes are delivered via an electronic platform. In the event a blended/hybrid course exceeds
more than 49% of the minutes of instruction being offered online, the blended/hybrid course will
become an online course.
Blended/hybrid classes are required to be DECIDE Certified
Colleague code - BL
Online: An online course utilizes online tools and resources to deliver 50% or more class content,
discussion, quizzes, exams, etc.
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Online courses are required to be DECIDE Certified
Colleague code – NT for Adult & Online Education Courses and NET of Main Campus
Courses
Course Classification by Minutes of Instruction and Mode of Delivery
Traditional
Blackboard
Blended/
Online
Enhanced
Hybrid
face online face online face
online face online
1 Hour (700 minutes)
700 0
700 0
≥ 357 ≤ 343 0
700
2 Hours (1400 minutes)
1400 0
1400 0
≥ 714 ≤ 686 0
1400
3 Hours (2100 minutes)
2100 0
2100 0
≥ 1071 ≤ 1029 0
2100
4 Hours w/lab (4200 minutes) 4200 0
4200 0
≥ 2142 ≤ 2058 0
4200
Course Syllabus Requirements
All course syllabi, to include student learning outcomes and textbook(s) requirements are created by
the main campus academic departments. Adult & Online Faculty must use the provided syllabus
template as their guide to course design and implementation.
A syllabus is a primary instrument for detailing the content, requirements, and other information
pertinent to a course. Current and thorough syllabi are required for all courses, with copies filed in
the offices of the Campus Director. The following list reflects the minimum required components
for course syllabi. Blended and online syllabus should follow the same template with required
additional information from the DECIDE Quality Rubric. The most current rubric can be found by
logging into Blackboard and selecting the Training & Technology tab.
1.
Course Title and Number
2.
Course Description (per Undergraduate Studies Bulletin) to include a statement of the
relationship between the course and the University’s mission.
3.
Course Prerequisites (if applicable)
4.
Course Learning Outcomes provided by the respective academic department
5.
Course Texts as approved by the respective academic department
6.
Professor Name
7.
Professor Contact Information, to include as appropriate, office location, office hours,
phone, e-mail, web page, etc.
8.
Course Grading Criteria
9.
Course Attendance Policy (found on page 17 of this Handbook under Absences)
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10.
The following statement should appear precisely as printed:
“Students with documented disabilities who desire modifications and/or accommodations
should contact the Office of Student Support Services. No accommodations will be made
without approval through the University’s process. For academic and disability services,
contact:
Laura Rich, Director of Student Success
Student Services Building, room 113
910-814-4364, or [email protected]
11.
An integrity statement should appear on all syllabi. Suggested wording is as follows:
All students are subject to the academic integrity and behavioral expectations of the
University. Please examine the University’s policy concerning academic conduct on page 45
of the 2013-15 Campbell University Bulletin and found on the University’s website at:
http://www.campbell.edu/academics/catalog/
12.
Additional course policies, requirements, and expectations may be required by the respective
Campus Director such as requirements for blended and online courses covered in the
DECIDE Quality Rubric.
Faculty Responsibilities
Faculty members’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
 Developing a course syllabus in accordance with guidance contained in this handbook for
distribution to students.
 Teaching the courses for which they contracted.
 Preparing, administering, and grading exams and other testing materials for their courses in a
timely manner.
 Maintaining accurate records of attendance.
 Providing means for students to achieve course objectives which otherwise would be missed
due to legitimate and reasonable absence.
 Monitoring all classroom activities, including behavior, breaks, and adherence to programmed
class time and performance.
 Completing and submitting final grade reports and other end-of-course requirements in
accordance with guidance published by the Campus Director.
 Attending scheduled faculty meetings.
 As a condition of employment faculty members are required to have a personal computer with
access to high speed internet and to establish and maintain a Campbell email account and
address. Email and WebAccess accounts are provided by the University and all official
University and student correspondence should arrive to and be generated from the Campbell
issued email account.
 Faculty teaching in a traditional format (not online) are required to establish and maintain a
Blackboard course site for each course taught in accordance with Adult & Online Education
Policy, which include a minimum of the course syllabus and welcome announcements made
available to the students before the start of the term.
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Blended and Online faculty are required to maintain a Blackboard course site in accordance with
the DECIDE Quality Rubric standard for each course taught and must be available to the
students the Wednesday before the start of the term.
Responsibilities are also included as an attachment to the contract. Campuses may specify additional
responsibilities in addition to those listed above. See Appendix A for a sample contract.
Professional Development Funding Policy (Effective 11.21.13)
Professional Development Funding
1. All funding must be used in the fiscal year it is awarded (June 1 – May 31).
2. While not guaranteed, available funding will be allocated on the average number of hours
taught in the two terms immediately preceding the request @ $150 per three hour course.
3. Employees receiving funding from any other University source must submit written
verification of the source and dollar amount. There may not be any duplication of University
funding.
4. Professional growth funds are available upon completion of the activity.
5. Applications are processed on a first-come and first-served basis according to availability of
funds.
Eligibility
1. Only applications submitted by the due date will be reviewed by the Review Committee. All
funding must be applied for prior to the event
2. The applicant must be currently employed as an adjunct faculty for a credit course (at least
one credit) at the time of application.
3. The activity must be directly-related to the course(s) taught by the faculty, and designed to
increase knowledge and upgrade professional skills for the purpose of enhancing the
faculty’s teaching role of that course(s) at the University and enhance the learning of
students.
4. Funding support for applicants is upon completion of the activity.
5. The applicant must not have previously been awarded funds in the fiscal year (June 1 -May
31).
6. Program funding support is provided to applicants to attend conferences, seminars,
workshops, and professional meetings held within the United States. Activities must provide
formally-structured learning sessions that are offered and described on the program schedule
of activities. Copies of brochure/agenda information must be available from the activity
sponsor that provides the activity name, date, location, and description; agenda of all activity
sessions and session descriptions; entire registration information that indicates registration
fees, and what the registration fees cover.
The following items are not eligible for funding:
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membership fees and/or dues
books and/or periodicals
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college tuition (credit or non-credit) and/or course registration fees that are required or
enable the instructor to be eligible to teach the assigned course
continuing education credits not pertinent to teaching approvals
activities held for the purpose of providing private lessons or critique of personal work
sightseeing and entertainment fees
festivals and tours
meals covered by activity registration fees
private lessons/meetings
Process
Written requests and supporting documentation are to be submitted to the Campus Director at least
60 days prior to the event. The Campus Director will present the request and supporting
documents to the Review Committee at the Director’s Meeting immediately following receipt of the
application.
Recognition
As a part of Campbell University, all faculty are invited to participate in University cultural and social
events and graduation ceremonies. They may also be asked to participate on University committees,
program advisory committees, and task forces. Campus Directors may conduct an annual reception
to recognize Faculty for longevity and other achievements.
III. FACULTY MANAGEMENT
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) guidelines
allows for the employment of part time faculty members who can provide expertise to enhance the
educational effectiveness of the University. The number of part time faculty members must be
limited. Part time faculty members teaching courses for credit must meet the same requirements for
professional, experiential, and scholarly preparation as full time counterparts teaching in the same
discipline.
The following Faculty Management Plan integrates Adult & Online Education faculty into the
academic life of Campbell University.
Management Responsibilities
Dean for Adult & Online Education: The Dean for Adult & Online Education is responsible for
ensuring students attending any of the University's extended campus programs receive quality
instruction in an academic environment which embraces the core values of the University and is
equivalent to the education provided to students attending the main campus.
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Campus Directors: Campus Directors are responsible for the administrative management of all
Adult & Online Faculty employed at their campuses. These responsibilities include recruitment,
recommendation to hire, orientation, supervision, evaluation, administrative support, compensation,
professional development, recognition, and building the course schedule.
Department Chairs: Academic Department Chairs are responsible for the approval of faculty and
the assignment of specific course teaching approvals. They may interview faculty prior to hiring, or
shortly thereafter. They share responsibilities with Campus Directors for the faculty selection,
orientation, supervision, and evaluation of Adult & Online Faculty. Department Chairs should
involve Adult & Online Faculty in decisions affecting curriculum changes and textbook selections.
Faculty Advisory Council: Each campus will establish a Faculty Advisory Council consisting of
Lead Faculty and other faculty appointed by the Campus Director. The Faculty Advisory Council
will advise the Campus Director on faculty related issues. Each Faculty Advisory Council will meet
in the Fall and Spring semesters at a minimum.
Faculty Records
Campus Directors are responsible for maintaining an academic portfolio on faculty at their
campuses. The file will include at a minimum:
 Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae
 Teaching Approvals
 Faculty evaluations
 Correspondence
 Records of professional development
 Official transcripts of all post-secondary education
The official record of employment is maintained in the main campus Human Resource Office.
Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring
Campus Directors are responsible for recruiting qualified faculty at their campuses. All opening for
teaching positions must first be posted through the Human Resources Department, regardless of
whether a third party hiring agency is used or the opening is advertised in any media. Any outside
posting must include the following: EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans”
http://www.campbell.edu/employment. Directors interview applicants to determine their eligibility
and suitability. Applications packets are forwarded through the Dean of Adult & Online Education
to the appropriate Department Chairman.
Department Chairs review the applicant's scholarly and professional preparation, approve their
applications for further review, and assign specific teaching approvals. Packets are then forwarded to
the Department Chairs respective Dean for approval. The packet is returned to the Dean of Adult
& Online Education who forwards the request to Human Resources for approval to hire.
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Once approved, Campus Directors determine the appropriate faculty classification and offer
contracts based on that classification. Campus Directors assign specific courses to faculty on a term
by term basis.
Orientation
New faculty will receive an orientation after hiring. During the orientation they will be provided
with information about the University, Adult & Online Education and Campus specific policies and
procedures. Appendix C lists documents and topics which may be a part of the orientation.
Directors may provide new faculty with mentors who will be responsible for assisting new faculty in
preparing for their teaching assignments.
Faculty orientations may be conducted at each campus prior to the start of each semester or
term. Adult & Online Faculty may also attend the annual faculty orientation events each August at
the Main Campus.
Faculty teaching online or blended courses will be required to complete mandatory Blackboard
Training and course development meeting the DECIDE Quality Rubric standards prior to teaching.
Supervision
Campus Directors supervise all faculty teaching at their campus. They are responsible for ensuring
compliance with University policies and procedures. Campus Directors ensure Faculty provide
quality instruction. Lead Faculty assist Directors with regard to the academic supervision of
extended campus faculty.
Additionally, Department Chairs and Academic Deans may receive copies of departmental faculty
evaluations. Adult & Online Faculty may be invited to participate in Main Campus Department
meetings and activities.
Evaluation
Faculty evaluation serves two purposes. First, evaluations are one part of a plan to ensure the
equivalency of education between the Main Campus and Adult & Online Education.
Second, evaluations are an essential element in faculty development. Faculty evaluation consists of
the following elements:
 Bi-annual evaluations by students using the Main Campus evaluation form (Appendix D).
 Annual Faculty Self-Assessment (Appendix E)
 Curriculum Vitae updated annually
Additionally, Department Chairs or Campus Directors may periodically sit in on classroom
sessions. Blackboard course sites may also be reviewed.
The Dean of Adult & Online Education will conduct a grade distribution survey at least
annually. The results of these surveys will be part of the Adult & Online Education annual self18
study report. Information regarding individual grade point averages may be shared with Department
Chairs, Campus Directors, and faculty, as appropriate.
IV. ACADEMIC CONDUCT
Academic Conduct Statement of Principle
The Mission Statement of Campbell University states that the mission of the University “is to
graduate students with exemplary academic and professional skills who are prepared for purposeful
lives and meaningful service.” Consistent with this mission, the University expects students to
exhibit moral courage and ethical responsibility.
The University Code of Honor states that students should be “honest in all behavior.” Each student
of Campbell University, therefore, is expected to personally demonstrate academic integrity. That is,
each student (1) should have an unwavering commitment to doing the best he/she can with his/her
own intellectual resources, (2) should be truthful in all matters, (3) should maintain appropriate
confidentiality when representing the University, and (4) should encourage academic integrity among
all fellow members of the University community.
By joining this University community, each student acknowledges and agrees that he/she will abide
by the precepts stated above.
Definition
Students are expected to uphold the high standards set forth above in all of their academic pursuits.
Regrettably, there are occasional lapses. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not
limited to, the following:
a) Providing assistance to another during an exam or on another assignment in a manner not
authorized by the instructor;
b) Copying from another student’s paper, lab report, or test;
c) Attempting to give or receive information relative to assignments, papers, quizzes, exams, etc.,
in wrongful and inappropriate ways;
d) Providing specific information about a previous test, project, other assignment which could
thereby result in another person gaining an unfair advantage;
e) Allowing one’s work to be presented as the work of someone else;
f) Providing any unauthorized papers, notes, materials, etc. for another person;
g) Using the words, ideas, or information of another source directly without properly
acknowledging that source. This includes the use of work (or data) from another student,
another author, the Internet, commercial services, etc.; it also includes any portion of a
computer program or data file;
h) Utilizing at any time or in any manner not previously authorized by the faculty member any
portion of an exam or other material intended to be used for evaluation purposes in advance
of its administration;
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i) Submitting the same work for multiple classes without the knowledge and permission of all
involved faculty;
j) Attempting to influence or modify a grade or academic record in inappropriate or unfair ways;
k) Concealing, removing, or destroying materials intended for the use of others;
l) Consulting with other students on projects, papers, labs, assignments, etc. where such
collaboration is not allowed by the professor;
m) Inappropriately using technologies in such a manner as to gain unfair or inappropriate
advantage;
n) Forging, falsifying, or fraudulently using university documents;
o) Recording, scanning, or taking pictures of lectures/exams/quizzes/etc. without permission,
and utilizing them for private or public purposes;
p) Disclosing confidential information to unauthorized sources;
q) Failing to report instances of academic misconduct to appropriate officials;
r) Lying in official matters, such as purposely furnishing false information.
Rationale
Whenever issues of academic misconduct arise, such as described previously, the faculty member
must determine the appropriate course of action. The faculty member shall retain complete
discretion in handling such situations and in awarding grades (s)he deems appropriate. The faculty
member’s decisions may be tempered by:
a) a concern for seeking, discovering, and upholding truth;
b) a concern for fairness to all students;
c) a concern to uphold appropriate expectations on matters of academic honesty and integrity;
d) a concern for determining and applying sanctions commensurate with the gravity of the
offense;
e) a concern of appropriate care for the well-being of (a) student(s) and of the broader academic
community.
Faculty Actions and Student Sanctions
A number of courses of action are available to the faculty member. For example, a faculty member
may, among other possibilities, counsel with the student as an initial means to educate and/or
reform, counsel with the student and issue an initial warning, or allow the assignment to be rewritten
or the test/quiz/exam to be retaken.
Should the offense be sufficiently grievous that the faculty member believes a sanction is in order,
faculty may: a) assign a failing grade on the assignment, paper, quiz, test, lab report, etc., or b) assign
a failing grade in the course. Should either of these sanctions be applied, the faculty member shall a)
inform the student of the grade and the reason(s) for which it was assigned, and b) send a letter to
the Campus Director documenting the sanction for academic misconduct to be placed in the
student’s academic file. Once a student has received a sanction in a course for academic misconduct,
the student will be prohibited from officially dropping or withdrawing from the course.
Should a student be assigned a second sanction as a result of academic misconduct, as verified in the
student’s academic file, it is generally expected that the student will be suspended from the
University by the Dean of Adult & Online Education for at least the remainder of the current
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semester and the following semester. A notation will appear on the student’s transcript: “Academic
Suspension.”
Appeals
Academic Appeal
The faculty member retains complete discretion in the awarding of grades (s)he deems appropriate.
Should a student wish to appeal a grade decision by an instructor as a result of academic
misconduct, the appeal shall be made to the Campus Director. In cases of a grade decision that is
not the final course grade the appeal must be made in writing within three (3) days of receiving the
grade. In cases of a grade decision that is the final course grade, the appeal must be made in writing
no later than one week after the beginning of the next academic term. The Director will review the
written appeal, and meet with the student and the faculty member. Written notification of the
Director’s decision shall be sent to the student, to the faculty member, and to the Dean of Adult &
Online Education. Upon being informed of the Director’s decision, the student will also have the
right, should s(he) choose to exercise it, of appealing in writing to the Dean of Adult & Online
Education . The appeal shall be made within 5 days of receipt of the Director’s decision and the
review by the Dean of Adult & Online Education shall be on the record only. The decision of the
Dean of Adult & Online Education, or of his/her designee, is final. Should the decision be to affirm
the student’s appeal by overturning the decision of the faculty member, the Dean of Adult & Online
Education or his/her designee shall direct the Campus Director to remove the sanction letter from
the student’s official file.
Appeal of Suspension
In cases of a second offense, where the student is to be suspended from the University, the student
has the right to appeal the suspension to the Adult & Online Education Executive Conduct
Committee (AOE-EC Committee). AOE-EC Membership includes the Dean of AOE (Chair), one
Campus Director, and one AOE Faculty Member. The appeal must be made in writing to the Chair
of the AOE-EC Committee within three (3) days of receiving from the Campus Director
notification of the suspension. The AOE-EC Committee will review the written appeal, and meet
with the student and the faculty member. The decision of the AOE-EC Committee regarding the
suspension is final, with no further appeal allowed. Written notification of the decision shall be sent
to the student and to the faculty member. A copy of the notification will be filed in the student’s
official academic file in the Registrar’s Office. If the decision of the AOE-EC Committee is to
uphold the suspension, the Campus Director shall inform the Registrar to enter a notation on the
student’s transcript: “Academic Suspension.”
Removal of Transcript Notation on Academic Misconduct
A student who has undergone suspension, but re-enrolled with the University, may petition the
Dean of Adult & Online Education to have the transcript notation “Academic Suspension”
removed from his/her transcript. In such cases, the following considerations must be met:
a) The student must have achieved senior status (98 credit hours);
b) In cases where the suspension was accompanied by a course grade of F being assigned, the
student must have retaken and received a passing grade in the same course;
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c) The student must have had no subsequent instances of academic misconduct;
d) The student must write a letter to the Dean of Adult & Online Education requesting a review
of the record, with subsequent removal of the transcript notation.
Upon receiving a student’s written request for removal of the transcript notation, the Dean of Adult
& Online Education shall review the record to determine if the above considerations have been met.
In cases where the required considerations have not been met, the Dean of Adult & Online
Education shall so inform the student in writing, with a copy of the correspondence preserved in the
student’s academic file. In cases where they have been met, the Dean of Adult & Online Education
shall so inform the Registrar in writing, with a copy of the correspondence filed in the Registrar’s
Office. The Registrar shall then remove the notation “Academic Suspension” from the student’s
transcript. In any case involving removal of the transcript notation “Academic Suspension,” only
the notation itself shall be removed; all official correspondence relative to the situation shall be
retained in the student’s file in the Registrar’s Office.
V. STUDENT CODE OF BEHAVIOR
Code of Honor
The Code of Honor of Campbell University arises directly out of the institution’s Mission Statement.
The basic principles which guide the development of Christian character and govern Christian
behavior are to be found in the Scriptures. Moral law is the gift of God and is fully revealed in the
teachings of Jesus Christ.
The student, by virtue of his enrollment, agrees to abide by the rules and moral precepts which govern
the University community. Because of the University’s commitment to the lordship of Christ over
every area of life, wholehearted obedience to moral law as set forth in the Old and New Testaments
and exemplified in the life of Christ applies to every member of the University community, regardless
of position.
While the Bible does not provide specific teaching regarding all social practices, its emphasis on general
principles is unmistakable, particularly in circumstances where lack of self-restraint would be harmful
or offensive to others. Out of these general principles come certain concrete expectations which
should be viewed not negatively but as practical guidelines for conduct and for a productive way of
life;
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
To uphold at all times and in all places, both on and off campus, the University’s Statement of
Purpose.
To protect the personal rights of others, refraining from any physical or verbal abuse and
exemplifying courtesy, consideration, and respect.
To protect the property rights of others from theft, damage, or misuse.
To adhere to all university policies and regulations, including the rules governing the use of
facilities, housing on and off the campus, and campus organizations.
To obey, respect, and uphold the law of the land.
To refrain from the possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic beverages and drugs.
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To maintain a standard of dress; which ensures neatness, cleanliness, and appropriateness of
attire.
8. At all times, to exhibit good taste, decency, and restraint, refraining from disorderly conduct or
indecent, profane, or obscene expression.
9. To be honest in all behavior, never cheating, plagiarizing, or knowingly giving false information.
10. To abstain from any sexual relations outside the bonds of marriage.
11. To exemplify high principles of honor, integrity, and morality and to help others fulfill their
obligations under this code.
7.
Disciplinary Offenses: Adult & Online Education
The following are considered disciplinary offenses at all extended campuses:
 Interference, coercion or disruption which impedes, impairs, or disrupts University
missions, processes, or functions or interferes with the rights of others during
University classes and activities.
 Abusive, drunken, violent, or excessively noisy behavior or expressions upon any
University offices, classrooms, or activities.
 Indecent or obscene behavior or the distribution of obscene material upon University
property, physically, through social media, or any other electronic or digital process.
 The threat or commission of physical violence against self or other persons present on
University property.
 The commission of acts which constitute a violation of local, state, or federal law upon
University property.
 Unauthorized entry or use of University facilities or any violation of University rules
regarding the use of University property.
 Failure to comply with directions of University officials acting in the performance of
their duties.
 The threat or commission of physical violence against any University employee for the
purpose of influencing the employee's official actions.
 Falsifying, altering, or forging any official University records or documents; employing
official University documents or records for purposes of misrepresentation; or causing
any official University documents or records to be falsified by means of any
misrepresentation.
 Knowingly passing a worthless check or money order to the University or to a member
of the University community acting in an official capacity.
 Possessing a deadly weapon on University property without authorization of the
Extended Campus Director.
 Defacing, disfiguring, damaging, or destroying public or private property located on
University property.
 Lifting, taking, or acquiring possession of, without permission, any academic material
(tests, information, research papers, notes, books, periodicals, etc.) from a member of
the University community.
 Giving false testimony or other evidence at any official hearing of the University or
giving false information to any faculty or staff members acting in the performance of
their duties.
 Bribing any University employee.
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Harassing anyone present on University property.
Unauthorized access to or misuse of University computers, computing programs, or
services
Any other form of prohibited conduct set forth in the Campbell University
undergraduate Student Handbook
Authority of the Dean for Adult & Online Education
The President of Campbell University delegates the responsibility of student discipline for
undergraduate extended campus students to the Dean of Adult & Online Education. Within the
academic community, certain regulations are necessary for the orderly operation of the University and
for the well-being of its members. Furthermore, Campbell University, in keeping with its concern for
students individually and corporately, has a legitimate interest in their welfare in and out of class, on
and off campus. The University is especially concerned with those students’ actions that are
inconsistent with their obligations as members of this educational community. When, in the opinion
of the University, the conduct of a student at any place is reprehensible or detrimental to the best
interest of that student, his fellow students, or the University, appropriate disciplinary action will be
taken. This action may be taken by the Dean of Adult & Online Education Life or referred by him
to the appropriate board, committee, or person.
Authority of the Campus Directors
The Directors of the Fort Bragg/Pope Field, Camp Lejeune/New River, RTP, and Campbell Online
campuses are appointed as the designated representatives for the Dean of Adult & Online
Education with the respect to the supervision of student conduct. The directors may initiate
investigations into the allegation(s) of misconduct and prescribe disciplinary actions consistent with
the circumstances and nature of the offense. Directors may appoint a Judicial Committee to
determine if a violation(s) has been committed and to make recommendations regarding appropriate
sanctions to the Campus Director. The Judicial Committee may be composed of up to three (3)
Adjunct Faculty members currently teaching at the campus and two (2) students with senior class
standing. Whether the Campus Director makes his/her decision based on his/her investigation or
upon the recommendation of the Judicial Committee, the student shall be given notice of the alleged
violation and opportunity to be heard either by the Campus Director or Judicial Committee if that
procedure is used.
Appeals
Within (5) five working days of the decision of the Campus Director, the accused student may
appeal in writing to the Dean of Adult & Online Education for a review of the decision of the
Campus Director, which review shall be on the record only.
The review and decision rendered by the Dean of Adult & Online Education should be considered
final and binding.
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Sanctions: Adult & Online Education
Warning
The Dean of Adult & Online Education or the Campus Director may notify the student that
continuation or repetition of specified conduct may be cause for other disciplinary action. Warnings
may not be appealed.
Suspension
Forced withdrawal from the University for a specified period of time, including exclusion from
classes, termination of student status and all related privileges and activities, and exclusion from the
campus is set forth in the Notice of Suspension. If a student, while on suspension, violates any of
the terms set forth in the Notice of Suspension, the student shall be subject to further discipline in
the form of dismissal.
Dismissal
Dismissal is exclusion from the campus and termination of student status for an indefinite period.
The conditions of reconsideration for readmission will be specified at the time of dismissal.
The student may be readmitted to the University only with the specified approval of the Dean for
Adult & Online Education and upon the recommendation of the Campus Director of the campus at
which the student was enrolled.
Title IX Non-discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Violence, Non-Retaliation
Policy
A. Notice of Non-Discrimination; Complaints Concerning Discrimination, Hostile Environment, and/or Sexual
Harassment under Title IX.
The university does not permit discrimination or harassment in our programs and activities on the
basis race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnicity or national origin, religion,
disability, genetic information, protected veteran status and any other characteristic protected by law,
except where appropriate and authorized by law. Students who believe they have been subjected to
discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX should follow the procedures outlined in this
Chapter to report these concerns immediately to the Title IX Coordinator identified below. Title IX
prohibits retaliation by any student and/or employee against anyone who reports an alleged
Title IX violation.
The university maintains and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action program for its recruitment,
employment, promotion, compensation, grants of leave, and benefits of employees. For more
information go to http://www.campbell.edu/about/employment/.
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Inquiries, regarding the application of Title IX and other laws, regulations and policies prohibiting
discrimination may be directed to Mr. Robert C. Cogswell, Jr., Title IX Coordinator, 95 Bolton Rd.,
Buies Creek, NC, 27506, 910-893-1217/FAX 910-814-4361; [email protected], or Malinda
Ashcraft, Deputy Title IX Coordinator, [email protected]. Inquiries may also be directed to
the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, District of Columbia Office, U.S.
Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20202-1475.
Telephone :( 202)453-6020; Facsimile :( 202)453-6021; Email: [email protected]
The University’s Title IX Investigation and Hearing Procedures are set forth in the
Institutional Policies of the undergraduate Student Handbook at
http://www.campbell.edu/current/student-handbook/
VI. GENERAL INFORMATION
Absences
Regular attendance and punctuality are expected at all times in all courses. University policy is that
students can miss no more than 15-percent of scheduled classes. Further, students who miss more
than 15-percent of scheduled classes may not receive credit for the course and could receive a failing
grade.
Fifteen percent of an eight week course depends on the method of delivery as shown below:
 Classes meeting for 4 hours once a week: 1in-class session
 Blended classes: 1 in-class sessions
 Classes meeting 2 times per week: 2 in-class sessions
 Classes meeting 3 times per week: 3 in-class sessions
Adult & Online Education Faculty are encouraged to use good judgment in applying University
policy. The requirements of adult learners are such that many students must miss classes due to
circumstances beyond their control. Online and blended faculty are required to have weekly
measureable and documentable participation. Faculty are required to document to students how
attendance is computed.
Students missing classes may be assigned appropriate “make-up” work. The make-up work should
require as much time as the missed class time and should be related to the course material covered in
the missed class.
Add and Drop
The Add and Drop periods for traditional and blended courses are combined and cover the first
week of classes plus Monday of the second week of a given term. Students may add, drop or register
late for courses during this week.
The Add period for online courses ends the Wednesday after the start of the term.
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Students dropping courses during this week do not incur an academic or financial penalty and
receive a full refund of tuition. Students wishing to discontinue a course after the add/drop period
must withdraw, which incurs a financial obligation and potential academic penalty. Campus
Directors may make exceptions based on individual circumstances. See Withdrawals for additional
information.
All students wishing to add, drop, or withdraw from a course must do so via the administrative
office.
Administrative Support
Faculty members have access to a variety of administrative support services, including copying
services, military base vehicle passes, and faculty ID cards. Contact the Campus office manager for
administrative support.
Email Accounts: Each Faculty member is provided with a Campbell University email account. This
is the required email address to use for all Campbell related correspondence.
WebAccess Account: Each Faculty member is provided with a WebAccess account. WebAccess
allows Faculty members to access class schedules, view and print class rosters, record and submit
final grades.
Faculty requiring assistance with all electronic accounts should contact the Campbell University
Helpdesk, 910-893-1208.
Assessment
The Major Field Tests (MFT) in business and the Measure of Academic Proficiency and Progress
(MAPP) are among the instruments used by the University to measure student competencies. Each
test is administered based on a schedule determined by Main Campus. The results of these national
tests may be used to evaluate the effectiveness and comparability of education at Campbell
University. The results may also be used to measure comparability between Main Campus and
Adult & Online Education. The results of these instruments will also be made available to Adult &
Online Faculty and students.
Attendance Records
Faculty members must keep accurate records of absences and be prepared to report the last date of
attendance of any student. The last date of attendance is often required by the agency (such as
Veterans Administration for veterans benefits and Service branches for tuition assistance) paying the
cost of tuition.
Audio-Visual Support
Campuses have limited audio-visual equipment which is available on a first-come, first-served
basis. Each site has available laptops, projectors, TV’s, and DVD players for use. A/V support
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usually requires 24-hour notice. Contact your administrative office staff to schedule the use of this
equipment.
Blackboard Learning Platform
All faculty are required to create and maintain a course site for each course taught. Faculty teaching
Blended and Online courses must be certified by completing the basic Blackboard Training Course
provided by Online Education. Blackboard should also be used to make announcements and
provide course updates. All faculty must have their Blackboard sites available to students the
Wednesday prior to the beginning of the term. A Blackboard mentor is available at each campus
location to provide assistance.
All blended and online courses must be developed using the DECIDE Quality
Blended Course Policy
A blended course uses both traditional in-class meetings and internet based instruction. To be a
blended course fifty percent or more of the course must be taught in the classroom. Faculty
teaching blended courses must ensure that this requirement is met for their courses.
Cheating and Plagiarism
As indicated in item #9 of the preceding Academic Code of Conduct, students are to be honest in
all behavior, never cheating, plagiarizing, or knowingly giving false information. Campbell
University’s English Department publishes a statement and definition of plagiarism and cheating as
seen below. A plagiarism statement must be included in all syllabi.
Cheating: Campbell University’s policy is that all students must do their own work for grades. Any
academic work presented for a grade that is accomplished through collaboration with others,
through plagiarism, or through means other than strictly individual effort cannot be accepted or
condoned. Evidence of cheating should be reported to the Campus Director who will take the
appropriate action or convene a representative committee (administrator, faculty member, student)
to recommend appropriate action.
Plagiarism: Plagiarism is any use of another person’s words or ideas without giving proper credit to
the person from whom you borrowed the words or ideas. Plagiarism is the theft of intellectual
property. Plagiarism includes failing to cite properly any direct or indirect quotation from:
 Professionally written materials (books, journal articles, etc.)
 Student papers, projects, presentations, etc.

Internet sources

Submitting as their own work a paper, project, or presentation that the student did not
compose (that is, write, compile, draw, etc.)

Allowing or asking a tutor (paid or unpaid) to write your paper or develop your presentation.
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Children
Children of faculty or students are not permitted in classrooms while classes are in session. Faculty
assistance is required to enforce this rule. Students must be asked to leave class if they are unable or
unwilling to comply with this rule.
Class Cancellations/Rescheduling
On occasion, Faculty members may be forced to cancel a normally scheduled class meeting. Faculty
are expected to notify students in advance. Faculty must notify the administrative office prior to
class meeting.
Face to face contact hours are an accreditation issue. Therefore, cancelled classes should be
rescheduled if at all possible. The preferred method of rescheduling is by consensus between the
instructor, the class, and the administrative office. Faculty should give consideration to individual
student circumstances that prevent attendance at the rescheduled time.
If it is impossible to reschedule a class meeting, some other solution must be found to insure that
the students are gaining maximum educational benefit from the course and that learning outcomes
are met. Such solutions could involve graded outside assignments, field trips, and so on.
Class Rosters
Faculty can view and print class rosters using their WebAccess account. Rosters should be printed
for the first night of class. Some campuses may use a “No-Show” roster. The use of a “No-Show”
roster is addressed in the local site procedures.
Classroom Policies
Faculty are expected to enforce Campbell University policies, procedures, or rules in the
classroom. Additionally, Faculty teaching on a military base are expected to comply with the military
base’s policies, procedures, and rules. Specific base policies are included in the local site
procedures.
Copyright Permissions
An instructor who wishes to use material under the protection of copyright laws must adhere to the
following procedures.
 The University library has to purchase a single copy of the book.
 The chapter must be copied and one of the following completed:
o Distribute hard copy in the class or
o Put in electronic reserve for students to download.
 Faculty members deciding to use more than one chapter must apply to the publisher for
copyright permission.
The Wiggins Memorial Library is an excellent resource for the prevention of copyright violations.
Contact information may be found at http://www.lib.campbell.edu/.
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Dress Code
The dress and appearance of Faculty represent the image the community has of Campbell
University. Faculty are expected to be neat, well-groomed and appropriately dressed for the
classroom. Clothing selections should not be distracting to others. Proper clothing does not, under
normal circumstances, include such items as jeans, cutoffs, shorts, Capri pants, flip-flops and similar
beach sandals, tank tops, sweats or exercise wear, hats, caps, bandanas, sun dresses without jackets,
clothing with commercial mottoes, slogans or other writing, or form fitting, low cut or provocative
clothing.
Field Trips
The University may be liable for damages or injury during school sponsored field trips. Faculty
who desire to take students on field trips as part of their class requirements must first obtain the
approval of the Campus Director. See Appendix G for the Field Trip Request Form.
Firearms
Firearms are not permitted in the classroom except for on-duty military or civilian law enforcement
personnel.
Grades
The assignment of grades is the prerogative of the Faculty member. Faculty members record official
grades through WebAccess. Grades must be assigned in accordance with the guidelines specified in
the course syllabus.
Faculty will assign each student a final grade of A, B, C, D, F, WP or WF at the end of the
term. Campbell University does not recognize plus or minus grades. See Withdrawals for further
information about WP and WF grades.
If a final grade cannot be assigned, the instructor must assign an Incomplete. See Grades Incomplete for further information.
All WP, WF, I, or IC grades require coordination and documentation with the campus
administrative offices.
Grades – General Appeals
Students have the right to appeal grades they think are incorrect. Students should first discuss the
grade with the Faculty member teaching the course. If the grade dispute cannot be resolved, the
student appeals in writing to the Campus Director. The Grade Appeal Form is at Appendix H.
The Campus Director will review the appeal and related documentation. The Campus Director may
choose to convene a review panel to make recommendations on disposition.
If the Director feels the appeal is justified, the Director will forward the findings to the Faculty
member for consideration. Since grades are the prerogative of the Faculty member; the Faculty
member may or may not agree to change the grade. The Faculty member will notify the Director of
the Faculty member’s decision.
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If the Director does not feel the appeal is justified, the denial findings will be returned to the
student. The Faculty member will be advised of the findings.
Students wishing to appeal further will submit the Grade Appeal Form to the Dean for Adult &
Online Education. The Dean’s decision is final.
Grades - Changes
As a general rule, a final grade should only be changed due to instructor error or miscalculation of
the final grade. The submission of late work after the assignment of a final grade does not normally
justify a grade change. The student should have received an Incomplete if the potential for late
work was anticipated. Normally, changes from the initial final grade will not be accepted after one
year from the course completion date. Faculty members will use the Main Campus Grade Change
Form to submit changes.
Grades - Grading Scale/Grade Point System
Campbell University uses a ten-point grading scale for classes as shown below. Campbell does not
use a plus or minus designation. Grade point averages are calculated using a 4.0 system.
 A – 90 –100 Excellent
 B – 80 – 89
Good
 C – 70 – 79
Average
 D – 60 – 69
Below Average
 F – Below 60 Unsatisfactory
Grades – Incompletes (I)
An Incomplete is a punitive grade and impacts the student’s grade point average in a negative way
until a final grade is assigned. Incomplete grades should be given rarely and only under very unusual
circumstances. Generally, Incompletes are assigned when the student is unable to complete the
course requirements within the term.
Students should complete the missing work within 30 days after the beginning of the next
term. Students are responsible for coordinating with the instructor to make up the incomplete
work.
The completion of required course work is an academic function. The coordination for completing
the course requirements must be between student and Faculty member.
Instructors are responsible for making the necessary grade changes. All grade changes must be
submitted on the official grade change form (available in the administrative office), must include the
reason for the change, and must be signed by the instructor.
Incompletes not resolved within the 30 day time frame automatically change to a failing
grade. Faculty may still allow the student to complete the course requirements if the Faculty
member determines doing so is appropriate. The maximum time allowed for submitting grade
changes is one year.
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Grades – Incomplete Continued (IC)
An Incomplete Continued is a non-punitive grade that is assigned in situations where the student
has limited responsibility for the grade, or when completion of the course material may require more
than one semester. Since the Incomplete Continued is non-putative, it does not affect the grade
point average.
Students have 120 days to complete the course requirements. Incomplete Continued grades not
resolved within the 120 day time frame automatically change to a failing grade. Faculty may still
allow the student to complete the course requirements if the Faculty member determines doing so is
appropriate. The maximum time allowed for submitting grade changes is one year.
Grades – Reporting
Faculty members are to post grades no later than the close of business on the Monday following the
end of the term. Grades will be posted using the Grade Reporting function in WebAccess. Grade
changes, after initial reporting, will be coordinated with the campus office that scheduled the class.
Grievance Procedure
Faculty members with grievances should first discuss the complaint with the appropriate Campus
Director. Every reasonable effort should be made to resolve the matter informally at this level. No
written record of the matter will be placed in the Faculty member's official personnel file if the
difference is resolved.
If the grievance cannot be resolved informally, the Faculty member may submit a written request for
resolution with the Dean for Adult & Online Education within seven days following the meeting
with the Campus Director. The Dean shall respond with a written decision on the matter and shall
place a copy of the Faculty member's written request and the response in the official personnel file
of the Faculty member.
Further appeals may be filed with the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost and,
thereafter, with the President of the University. Each written appeal must be filed within seven days
of the most recent decision being appealed. At each level of appeal a written decision will be
provided to the Faculty member and copies of the appeal and decision will be placed in the Faculty
member's personnel file.
The faculty member may submit a request to the President for a Special Hearing Committee to hear
the faculty member's appeal in lieu of the President. If a Special Hearing Committee is requested,
the President will appoint the committee within two weeks of the written appeal.
The hearing committee shall consist of three Faculty members (at least one of whom represents the
Faculty member's School/College) and two Faculty status administrators not previously involved in
the case. Within one week after the appointment, the committee shall convene, select a chairman,
and set a date and place of hearing. At least three days prior to the hearing, the faculty member shall
be notified of the composition of the committee, the date and place of the meeting, and the
guidelines for the committee hearing.
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Within two weeks following the hearing, the President, or designee, shall accept or reject the
findings of the committee. The President, or designee, shall set forth the reasons for his findings in
writing. Copies will be provided to the Faculty member, Campus Director, Dean, and Vice
President for Academic Affairs and Provost. A copy of the appeal and the findings of the President
shall be placed in the faculty member's personnel file. The decision of the President is final and
binding on all parties.
Independent Study
Independent study is any type of study which is conducted under the supervision of a Faculty
member, but which is not available as a regularly scheduled course or which is a regularly scheduled
course, but is not currently available.
Students may take no more than one three hour independent study course per semester. Students
may apply no more than nine hours toward a major without the approval of the Academic
Counselor, Campus Director and Dean of Adult & Online Education.
The student’s schedule must allow for an average of three hours of work per week per semester
hour. This includes time spent meeting with the assigned Faculty member.
All requests for independent study should be initiated by the student. The student should submit a
request to the home campus office. The request will be forwarded with a recommendation to the
Campus Director for approval or disapproval.
If approved, the Campus Director will assign a Faculty member to be the instructor. Acceptance by
the Faculty member is purely voluntary.
The Faculty member and the student will complete the independent study contract. This contract
will specify the objectives of the study, procedures, course requirements, and means of
evaluation. Some Campuses may also require a syllabus. See the local site appendix for additional
information.
Faculty members are responsible for returning the contract to the administrative office. The
contract is maintained by the Campus Director in the student’s academic file. All independent study
contracts must be in the administrative office no later than the last day of the Drop/Add
period. Faculty will be paid for each Directed Independent Study per the established pay scale.
Faculty cannot approve Directed Independent Studies. Faculty should not promise students that
their request will be approved, or that they will be the assigned Faculty member if a request is
approved.
Institutional Effectiveness
The University seeks to achieve maximum effectiveness in all its learning endeavors and operational
processes, with the driving considerations to be continual improvement for quality learning.
Institutional effectiveness guidelines are set forth in the University’s Planning and Assessment
Manual. Faculty are expected to participate in the full range of institutional effectiveness functions
relevant for their role as faculty. These include, but are not limited to, teaching to course learning
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outcomes, conducting program outcome assessments, completing expected evaluations and reports,
etc.
Internships
Purpose: To provide the student with the opportunity to earn academic credits through a planned
work experience in a career area. The practical experience a student gains during the internship is
expected to complement the theoretical knowledge he/she gains in a college classroom. The student
is expected to both learn from and contribute to this employment opportunity.
Any student who has transferred or earned at least 98 credit hours and has at least a 3.0 GPA may
seek the approval of his/her Campus Director to undertake an internship. A student may earn no
more than 6 credit hours. Eligibility requirements cannot be waived without the Dean of Adult &
Online Education’s approval. Students must obtain written notice of the waiver.
Credit: Credit may be earned up to a maximum of 6 credit hours per semester, per degree. Each
credit hour represents a minimum of 50 contact hours of work on site. A typical 15 week semester
would require 10 hours of work on site each week, for a total of 150 hours, to earn 3 credit hours. 1
credit = 50 hours, 2 credits = 100 hours, 3 credits = 150 hours.
Grades: A letter grade is awarded for internships. Students must complete both the work component
and an academic component assigned by an instructor assigned to supervise the internship.. Students
must also submit the completed Student Evaluation Forms before grades and credits are awarded.
Time and Place: Students may undertake internships during any term or consecutive terms of the
academic year. Internship sites may be at local businesses and organizations. During the summer,
students may earn internship credit for an employment experience.
INSTRUCTORS: Internship Program Policies and Procedures
Campus Directors will appoint an instructor to supervise student/s approved for any
internships.
In order to ensure that there is parity in what is required of all interns and in the amount of
assistance given them by instructors, please adhere to the following procedures:
Internship Positions
Assist students in finding internship positions and in setting up appointments with sponsoring
organization(s).
 Explain the appropriate protocol required for job interviews.

Assist students in writing several learning goals for the internship including how they will
achieve them and how they will be measured.

Make contact with the internship site supervisor(s) appointed by the sponsoring
organization(s).
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
Answer any questions the site supervisor may have regarding internship policies and
procedures and inform them that the intern will provide them with the Internship Learning
Contract, Policies and Procedures for Sponsoring Organizations and the Intern Evaluation
form

Monitor the intern’s progress during the semester.
Academic Components
The instructor will:
 Design academic components for interns that will include, but not be limited to, their
writing weekly journals (developing a portfolio of work samples, research, progress reports,
etc.) that can be used to help them write a final summary report. Ideally, interns ought to be
able to write articulately about their internship experiences as they relate to their original job
descriptions, learning objectives, and resources they found helpful.
 Hold each intern accountable for completing the academic component.
 In consultation with the site supervisor, determine what specific responsibilities the intern
will have on the job.
 Help the intern write an itemized job description and a statement of learning objectives (see
"Internship Job Questionnaire" form.)
 Offer suggestions on what experienced personnel, publications, etc. the intern might consult
to help gain maximum benefit from the internship.
Intern Evaluations and Final Grade
 Toward the end of the semester, the student must have the site supervisor complete the
Internship Evaluation forms and forward them to the instructor.

Interns should complete a report assessing the degree to which they achieved their learning
goals. If goals were not satisfactorily met, an explanation should be provided.

Interns are to be awarded a grade of satisfactory or unsatisfactory based on the job site
evaluation. A final letter grade is awarded by the instructor.

Complete the instructor section of the evaluation form and submit the form to the campus
director along with a copy of the Supervisor’s Evaluation Report.
Meetings
A meeting of Adult & Online Faculty and the administrative staff may be scheduled before the first
day of semester or term classes. Meeting discussions may include policies, policy changes, and
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administrative information for that term. Adult & Online Faculty may be compensated for
attending.
Orientation
As part of the initial hiring process, each Faculty teaching at an extended campus site will receive
orientation for that site.
Pay
Adult & Online Faculty are paid on a scale approved by the Trustees of the University. Pay is based
on two criteria: degree preparation (Masters or terminal level) and longevity (number of terms
teaching in the Adult & Online programs). Additional compensation may be approved for meeting
specific criteria or performing additional responsibilities. Adult & Online Faculty may also be
eligible for travel pay. Faculty are paid by direct deposit only according to the terms on the Faculty
Term Contracts.
Substitute Instructors/Proctors/Guest Lecturers
Adult & Online Faculty desiring to use a substitute proctor, or guest lecturer who is not employed
by Campbell University must obtain prior approval from the Campus Director. All costs associated
with substitute instructors or proctors will be covered by the Faculty member. The Campus
Director may subsidize some of the costs based on individual circumstances.
 Substitute Instructor: A substitute instructor is one who is intended to teach in class and
must meet the same basic credentialing requirements as the regular instructor.
 Proctor: A proctor is not intended to teach but is used to handle certain tasks in the absence
of the instructor (e.g. show films, and administer exams). A proctor is not required to
meet credentialing standards.
 Guest Lecturer: Guest lecturers are experts in their specified field and are invited to address
a class on their area of expertise. Faculty members are expected to be present during a
guest lecturer’s presentation. Guest lecturers do not have to meet credentialing standards.
Syllabus
The syllabus is a contract between the Faculty member and the students. It informs students of
what to expect from the Faculty member and what the instructor expects of the students. Each
Faculty member is required to prepare a typed syllabus for each course. The Campbell University’s
Syllabus Format with the minimum required information is provided at Appendix I.
The syllabus should be available to students by the Wednesday before the start of the term in the
Blackboard course site. Students may be required to print their own copy if the syllabus is provided
online.
An electronic copy of the syllabus will be forwarded to the Administrative Office in accordance with
the local Campus procedures.
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Textbooks/Course Materials
Every course must have a required text as the primary text. Required texts are approved by the main
campus Department Chair. The University Bookstore has a database of required texts for all
courses.
Faculty desiring to use a different text than those already approved must have that text approved by
the appropriate Department Chair. A request for textbook approval and copy of the proposed
textbook will be forwarded through the Campus Director to the Dean of Adult & Online Education
and to the appropriate Department Chair for approval.
Faculty may choose to use supplemental required texts. Students are expected to purchase all
supplemental texts. Supplemental texts must be approved by the appropriate Department Chair.
Additional supplemental material is material that the Faculty member uses in class. This material is
not required and, therefore, does not need to be approved by the Department Chairs. Such materials
must be provided at no cost, or purchased voluntarily by the students. Students may not be held
responsible for material that comes from an unapproved source, unless it is provided at no cost.
Normally, textbook changes occur at the beginning of the Fall or Spring semesters. Faculty will be
provided Instructor copies when changes are made in the required texts.
Textbook orders are handled separately by each Campus Director. Procedures are coordinated with
the main campus bookstore. See the local site procedures for each extended campus regarding how
instructors normally acquire desk copies or instructor copies of textbooks.
Turnitin.com©
Turnitin is a useful tool that instantly identifies papers containing non-original material. The site acts
as a powerful deterrent to identify and stop plagiarism. Faculty members are encouraged to use this
site to identify plagiarism.
Faculty may use Turnitin by contacting their Campus Director for UserID and Password
information. Additionally, see Appendix J for procedures to access and use the service.
Tutoring
All students in Adult & Online Education, regardless of campus location or course discipline have
access to 24/7 online tutoring services through Smarthinking©. Faculty must include the
Smarthinking module into all Blackboard course sites.
Withdrawals
Students withdrawing from a course must complete a withdrawal form available online or at the
Campus Administrative Office. Once the student completes the form, it is forwarded to the Faculty
member.
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The Faculty member is responsible for assigning a grade of either WP (Withdraw Passing) or WF
(Withdraw Failing). The WP or WF is the prerogative of the Faculty member. However, the grade
should be dependent upon the grade in the course at the time of withdrawal.
Faculty members should return the completed form to the Campus Administrative Office. Faculty
members are responsible for entering the WP or WF as the final grade at the end of the term.
Failure on the part of the student to complete the withdrawal form constitutes intent to remain
officially enrolled in the course. Students who stop attending a course should be given the
appropriate grade at the end of the term.
VII. INSTITUTIONAL POLICY
All faculty teaching for Adult & Online Education are subject to Campbell University’s institutional
policies as set forth in the Personnel Manual found on the University website as follows:
http://www.campbell.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/personnel-manual/
VIII. ADULT & ONLINE EDUCATION SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Campus Specific Information
Campus specific site information can be found as an appendix to this Handbook. Please contact the
Campus Director for further questions.
Inclement Weather
Campbell University’s policy is to remain open and in operation during regularly scheduled
hours. Normally administrative offices will remain open and classes will be conducted.
Safety is the primary concern. Thus, extreme or emergency conditions may occur that necessitate
closing. Campuses operating on a military installation will close and cancel classes if the military
installation closes.
The University recognizes that flexibility is required in extreme circumstances and, thus, all persons
are encouraged to use maturity, good judgment, and professionalism in dealing with adverse weather
conditions. Faculty are encouraged to be understanding in the event a student does not feel safe in
attending class.
The decision to close offices and/or cancel classes will normally be made by the Campus Director,
in coordination with the Dean for Adult & Online Education. The Dean will notify the Office of
Public Information at the Main Campus. This office will coordinate the posting of the information
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on the Campbell University web site (www.campbell.edu) as well as notifying various radio and
television stations. The Campus Director will post written notices at offices and classroom
locations.
Faculty are to include an Inclement Weather statement on the course syllabus. The specific wording
is Campus dependent. See the local site appendix for additional information.
Reimbursement for Expenses
Expenses incurred by an employee on the University’s behalf are reimbursed if the purchase was
made with prior written approval by the Campus Director. A request for an expense check should
be submitted through the Campus Director to the Purchasing Office for approval and payment
through proper channels. The employee should always request a receipt for expenditures made in
the University’s behalf attached to the request for reimbursement.
Travel Stipends: Faculty who commute more than 30 miles one-way will now be paid a taxable
stipend.
Any employee who attempts to defraud the University in connection with expense reimbursement is
subject to immediate discipline, up to and including discharge.
IX. CHANGES IN THE HANDBOOK
The Administration and the Board of Trustees of Campbell University may revise by addition,
reduction, correction, deletion, or upgrading any part or parts of the material in this manual.
Any changes made in the materials now covered or in those that may be covered in the future will
be published as changes to the Faculty Handbook.
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Appendix A
Sample of Adult & Online Faculty Term Contract
This contract is made and entered into by Campbell University, the Employer, and ________________________ for employment as a
faculty member at the __________________ Campus. This affirms our agreement as to the nature and scope of services you will
perform for Campbell University, and the compensation that Campbell University will pay you for those services and related support.
You have been assigned to teach the following course(s) for the period [__________ Term __ year - date - date 2015 ]
Course ID & Name
SH
Totals
0.00
Format
Format Sup
Base Salary
Other Supplement
Total Compensation
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Your first payment will be made by direct deposit to you upon completion of the fourth week of class. Your final payment will be issued
after your grades are posted and approved. Grades are due by ___________, 2015. Should the student registration for this course
and term be less than a minimum of seven students, the University may cancel the course or may invite you to instruct the course for a
compensation amount to be negotiated.
Courses offered through Adult & Online Education are developed from common syllabi templates. Required text(s) may only be
substituted with permission. Your syllabus must be posted on your assigned Blackboard course site, ready, and available by the
Wednesday prior to the beginning of the term.
The grading system can be found in the Adult & Online Faculty Handbook. Midterm grades must be posted in WebAccess during week
5 of the term. Final grades must be posted through WebAccess no later than the first business day after the end of the term.
All blended and online courses must be DECIDE reviewed and approved prior to the beginning of the term. Courses failing to complete
this process before the Wednesday prior to the beginning of the term may be cancelled or assigned to another faculty.
By accepting this offer of employment, you represent and warrant that you are not bound by any agreement that may prevent you from
accepting this position with Campbell University. Furthermore, that you have disclosed with your campus director all the facts and
circumstances that may be relative to your employment with Campbell University. Both parties agree that this contract remains in force
until all responsibilities have been accomplished.
Accepted by:
Instructor’s Signature
Approved by:
Date
Inset Director Name
Insert Director Title
Instructor’s ID Number
John Roberson
Dean, Adult & Online Education
Main Campus Instructor’s Chair
James O. Roberts
VP for Business & Treasurer
Date