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Join with other faculty from around campus to share ideas and learn new classroom strategies.

Teach. Learn. Innovate.

Programs and Events

Learn about ongoing programs such as Master Teacher and New Faculty Orientation and the many sessions offered over a hot lunch.

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Teaching Resources

Find out about the services we provide to our faculty, including faculty consultation, course planning and guides to improve teaching and learning.

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Faculty Career Resources

Get assistance with your tenure portfolio, learn about grants and funding for research, or learn how to apply for faculty renewal leave.

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Adams Center Blog

See all of the latest Adams Center news, learn new educational technology skills, and learn more about upcoming events.

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Upcoming Events

December 3, 2024

Walter H. Adams Birthday Salute
December 3, 2024 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Entering Advent Candle-Making
December 3, 2024 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

December 4, 2024

Coffee Hour: Christian Perspectives on Heaven and Hell
December 4, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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About the Adams Center

We believe that learning is a lifelong process.

The Adams Center exists to promote the lifelong learning of ACU’s faculty as they strive to integrate their faith and their discipline. Today, as in 1992, our purpose remains: to support faculty who understand and appreciate the limitless potential for life changing, value building, and mind expanding achievements in the learning experiences at Abilene Christian University.

Recent Blog Posts

Student AI Over-reliance: What it looks like and thoughts on what to do about it

by Scott Hamm | Nov 1, 2024

James Prather and Brent Reeves offered insights into some of the short- and long-term effects of student use of AI and how it may impact self-efficacy. They highlighted three of their studies and provided suggestions for consideration and action in any discipline....

Harnessing AI for Productivity in the Classroom

by Amy Boone | Oct 31, 2024

The Adams Center has and will continue to offer sessions considering ethical implications of AI. But this session took a different perspective! Dr. Trey Shirley shared ways AI can be used to increase productivity and enhance teaching and learning in the classroom!...

Handling Student Medical Situations

by Laura Carroll | Sep 27, 2024

It's not unusual for a student to have a medical emergency, such as a seizure or allergic reaction, in class or on campus. In a recent Adams Center session, Deana Perez, BSN, RN, from the MACCC shared some strategies about how to handle these situations. Deana walked...