Distinguished Adjuncts

DU Distinguished Adjuncts Are...

  • All adjunct personnel who have taught at least 18 credits over a period of at least 2 years at Davenport University are eligible to apply for the “distinguished adjunct” award.
  • Members in good standing with our University community
  • Committed to prepare and transform students to achieve the highest level of academic performance, leading them to excel and advance in their chosen fields in the 21st century
  • Part-time faculty who have distinguished themselves as outstanding teachers with a track record of increasing student learning and promoting instructional improvements for the programs and departments in which they work, while embracing the vision and mission of Davenport University

We Recognize Distinguished Faculty To...

  • Create a positive work, teaching, and learning environment
  • Increase employee development and performance
  • Engage employees with the mission and vision of DU
  • Improve employee morale

​​​​​Distinguished Adjunct Application Resources

Distinguished Adjunct Application May 30, 2025
Rubric for Distinguished Adjunct Application   
Example Student Recommendation   
Example Supervisor Recommendation  
Distinguished Adjunct Policy Document
Distinguished Adjunct Benefits For 2025:
 
Letter from Provost Email Signature and Linkedin.com DU Distinguished Adjunct Badge
Upon Request. Eligible To Attend The University's Commencement Ceremonies Invited to university events such as Wynalda Teaching and Learning Institute, Davenfest, and others TBA
Photo on DU Distinguished Adjunct Web Page ​​Upon Invitation, Eligibility To Participate in "select" DU Committees (i.e. Distinguished Adjunct Selection Committee, IRB)
Priority Course Assignment *upon scheduler's approval Acknowledgement in DU Review, Davenpost, and the University's catalog
Eligible for Excellence In Teaching Award Award permanently placed in HR Record