Stop. Collaborate. Listen

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.

Teaching Resources

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

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.

Canvas and Other Tools

Discover ways to use Canvas, Lockdown Browser, Turnitin, Faculty Success and other frequently used tools at ACU.

Adams Center Blog

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

May 14, 2026
  • A Compelling Alternative: Summer Faculty Institute
    May 14, 2026  9:00 am - 3:30 pm

May 18, 2026
  • Writing Sprint
    May 18, 2026  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

May 19, 2026
  • Writing Sprint
    May 19, 2026  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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. 

Student Fellows: Communication and Transparency

The following post was written by Lucas Vogt and Devon Hillary, two of the Adams Center's Student Fellows. The post is a summary of the session they facilitated. Some of the Adams Center Student Fellows spoke with faculty and staff about the importance of clear...

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Remote Teaching Options

To lecture remotely, you have a few options: Synchronously: Use Zoom to teach. You might want to post the link to your Canvas course, or your course calendar if you use it. If you need a pro license or need to renew it, have your department chair contact Dr. Marisa...

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Contact Us

Laura Carroll

Assistant Provost for Teaching, Learning and Vocational Formation

Amos Gutierrez

Director of Instructional Design

Rodney Ashlock

Director of Faculty Development

Amy McLaughlin-Sheasby

Director of Faculty Spiritual Formation

Amy Boone

Teaching and Learning Specialist

Hollye Jaklewicz

Event and Communication Specialist

Brown Library Room #264
ACU Box 29201
Abilene, TX 79699-9201