Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Arts & Humanities – English Writing and Composition

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Position Information Working Title Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Arts & Humanities – English Writing and Composition Appointment Type Adjunct Purpose of Position Have you considered the exciting intellectual challenges of teaching high-ability students at Christopher Newport University? The CNU College of Arts and Humanities is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach first- and second-year writing courses, as needed, for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Along with demonstrated ability for excellent teaching, candidates must hold an earned graduate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant discipline, with 18 completed semester hours of related graduate course work. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Candidates for hire are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Candidates will teach either ENGL 123, First Year Writing Seminar or ENGL 223, Second Year Writing seminar classes.

The First-Year Writing Seminar introduces students to the conventions of reading and writing appropriate for liberal arts learning, in particular the ability to analyze and produce sophisticated arguments, proposals, reports, analyses and other academic genres that position their views within ongoing social and cultural questions. Students read and discuss challenging texts, evaluating text styles, conclusions and evidence.
They also draft and revise essays that reflect deeper critical thought, an effective prose style, an ability to evaluate outside research to complement their writing and consideration of an audience’s expectations. The course offers students frequent written and oral feedback on their writing and prepares students for the Second-Year Writing Seminar by providing guidance for students to incorporate multiple print and electronic resources into their writing. Students must earn a C- or higher to satisfy University degree requirements.

The Second-Year Writing Seminar enhances the critical reading and writing foundations introduced in ENGL 123, and develops them with a focused exploration of literary and textual topics. Seminars center on the specialty expertise of the course instructor and emphasize research and information literacy. Students are required to locate, analyze, synthesize and present primary and secondary sources. Through a process of staged writing and revision, students produce a polished research paper. Students must earn a C- or higher to satisfy University degree requirements.

Departmental Information The English Department is at the heart of a liberal arts university. Grounded in the study of literature and literary tradition, the English major fosters critical-thinking, a talent transferable to all areas of life. The major is an especially good choice for students who want to pursue careers demanding a high degree of cultural literacy and attention to language, such as graduate work in primary, secondary, and university level teaching and scholarship, law, advertising, journalism, public relations, publishing, communications, diplomacy and human relations. Our students can choose between three concentrations (general BA in English, BA in English with a Literature Concentration, and BA in English with a Writing Concentration) and nine minors, led by dedicated faculty who are not only excellent teachers, but also active scholars with impressive publication records. For more information about the department, please visit our website at https://cnu.edu/academics/departments/english/ CNU Information Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision: “Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation’s premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance.” Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks – and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk – CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation.Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit . Posting Detail Information Posting Number F250P Posting Date Review Begin Date Application Instructions To apply, please visit to upload a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), and contact information for at least three references.

This position will be posted for continuous adjunct recruitment.

Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145. Quick Link for Internal Postings EEO/Diversity Statement(s) Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.