Teaching with purpose. Scholarship in action. Community through practice.

The Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Rowan University cultivates meaningful, cross-university connections that support individual growth, strengthen community engagement, and advance excellence in teaching, scholarship, and creative practice. It serves faculty, librarians, and the institution through programming and services in three key areas:

• Faculty Induction and Ongoing Support

Orientation and mentoring for new faculty and librarians, alongside sustained development throughout their careers.

• Professional Learning for Reflective and Research-Informed Teaching

Programming focused on evidence-based pedagogy, inclusive teaching strategies, and the design of learning environments that are accessible, relevant, and engaging for all students.

• Institutional Change through Teaching, Scholarship, and Creative Work

Programs and partnerships that support faculty in applying inclusive approaches, reimagining curriculum and practice, and fostering innovation across teaching, scholarship, and creative work.

Advance Excellence in Teaching and Learning

Promote strong, thoughtful teaching practices that support equity, accessibility, and student success.

Support Faculty Across the Career Lifespan

Provide clear guidance, mentorship, and resources for junior faculty navigating tenure and recontracting, along with continued support for faculty at all ranks.

Strengthen Inclusive Teaching Practices

Help faculty create learning environments that reflect inclusion, belonging, and accessible design.

Build a Connected and Equitable Faculty Community

Support collaboration and connection among faculty across disciplines, backgrounds, and roles.

Represent Teaching and Learning in University Decision-Making

Advocate for the role of teaching in shaping institutional goals, policies, and resources.

Support Faculty Leadership Development

Create opportunities for faculty to grow as mentors, collaborators, and leaders in academic life.

Keep Teaching and Learning Work Informed by Ongoing Learning

Stay current with new ideas, approaches, and tools in teaching, scholarship, and creative work.

Our mailing address is:

Our main office number is:  856-256-4353       Our email address is: facultycenter@rowan.edu