New Faculty
Welcome to the College of Charleston.
Beginning a new faculty position involves learning a new institution, new systems and a new academic community. The College provides a range of resources to help new faculty get oriented, connect with colleagues and begin their work in teaching, scholarship and service.
New Faculty Orientation
Getting here
For those of you who wish to ride a CARTA bus to campus, you may present your CofC ID Card to the driver to receive complimentary bus rides during orientation or anytime throughout the year. The Express Buses are a very popular choice for CofC and MUSC employees. These buses pick up at several park-and-ride locations in the Charleston area. Please visit Ride Carta for route information. The nearest Express Bus drop-off spot on campus is at the intersection of Calhoun and St. Philip Street.
For those of you who wish to drive to campus, the Office of the Provost will distribute at orientation parking passes valid only on the day(s) of orientation to the following on-campus parking garages: St. Philip Street Garage (PG) and the Coming Street Garage (adjacent to CVS). Please see the campus map for directions. Parking passes will not be provided for any additional days. If you plan to purchase a parking pass for the academic year, it will be valid starting at the beginning of the academic year. If you wish to park in the PG garages (only) before the activation date of your parking pass, you may use your CofC ID to receive the daily discounted faculty rate of $10.00 per day. To take advantage of this benefit, the Cougar Cash account is the required form of payment upon exit from the garage. Simply pull a ticket when entering the garage, and then present the cashier with your ticket and your Cougar Card upon exit. The parking fee will be withdrawn from your Cougar Cash account on your card. You must add at least $10 to your card prior to exiting the garages. To add money to your card, please visit Cougar Card Services or add it to your account on MyPortal. Please note that the garages do not have in-and-out privileges with the daily rate.
Teaching & Learning
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) is the College’s primary resource for faculty development in teaching and learning. CETL supports faculty at all stages of their careers through consultations, academic coaching, learning communities, workshops, course design support, online education training and other professional development opportunities.
New faculty are encouraged to connect with CETL early as they develop courses, explore teaching strategies, incorporate instructional technology and build connections with colleagues across campus. CETL’s programs and services are confidential, voluntary and formative.
Explore CETLResearch, Scholarship & Creative Activity
The Office of Research and Grants Administration (ORGA) supports faculty seeking external funding for research, academic projects and scholarly activities. ORGA also helps faculty navigate research compliance requirements and administers externally funded grants and contracts.
Faculty can turn to ORGA for assistance with identifying funding opportunities, developing and submitting proposals, grant and contract administration, research compliance, and training related to grantsmanship and sponsored research.
New faculty are encouraged to connect with ORGA early when planning externally funded research or scholarly projects.
Explore ORGAFrequently Asked Question
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What resources for teaching and using academic services are available?
During orientation, we will highlight many important resources. You may access these anytime on the Faculty Information page on the sidebar.
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Are there any online training sessions or tutorials for new faculty?
During orientation, we will review our mandatory and optional training courses. You may access these anytime on the Online Training Requirements site.
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What type of benefits do CofC employees receive?
The College is committed to supporting our employees by offering benefits that are comprehensive and that represent the best that we can offer in coverage and cost. Health and retirement options are only a few of the benefits provided to employees of the College.
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What information is on the intranet, MyPortal?
Explore MyPortal, your secure gateway to the College's online services, including the following tabs:
- Faculty: You can find your teaching schedule and rosters, a grade submission channel, the Student-Athlete Management System, Faculty Assisting Students in Trouble (FAST), Registrar's Office forms, many quick links for faculty, including our Faculty Administration Manual and Faculty Research and Development grant information, and links associated with faculty governance.
- Library: You'll find a catalog search tool, databases and e-journals, quick links and faculty links.
- Employee: Reference Banner Self Service, employee forms, and other useful employee information.
- My Accounts: Includes a channel named My Parking Services and a link to our Cougar Alert System.
- Help and Training: Here you will find tutorials for faculty and contact information for the IT help desk.
- Advising: Explore the Advising tab (roster faculty) for advising and Degree Works.
- OAKS: Go to your Course Assignments and Class Rosters
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What about meal plans? Campus Dining?
Check out the Dining Services for details about our meal plans, discounted dine-in and carry-out options, and off-campus discounts.
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How will I get to and around campus?
You won’t need a car to get around campus, and Charleston is a walkable/accessible city. As a CofC employee, you have free transportation options when you use your CofC ID and the option to purchase employee parking passes or discounted daily parking options. Learn more about these options, and about alternative commuting strategies like telecommuting, staggered start times, and ridesharing opportunities that may be available to you. We also include links to the campus map, guide, and information about moving to Charleston. Check out the parking page at Campus Services HQ.
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I'm a parent or planning to become one. What does the College offer for parents?
The Office of Human Resources is the definitive source of information about employee policies and procedures related to employees who are or are planning to become a parent.
Visit HR for more information
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