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

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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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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 Retention FAQs

How can individual faculty members attend to retention in our courses? When we think about retention in individual courses, there are two main areas to focus on: belonging and student success.  How can I cultivate belonging in my courses?  Tell students that you are...

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AI Session 1 Spring 2023: What is Modern AI?

With the sudden increase in AI with the entrance of GPT3, faculty find themselves scrambling to arm themselves with good information about the educational ramifications of AI. Before looking at the implications for the classroom, learning about the basics of AI is...

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Contact Us

Laura Carroll

Assistant Provost for Teaching, Learning and Vocational Formation

Scott Hamm

Assistant Director and Learning Designer

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

Stephen Rektenwald

Assistant Director of Educational Technology

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