Adjunct Faculty, Public Relations Job at Roger Williams University in Bristol

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit https : / / www.rwu.edu / who-we-are / diversity-equity-inclusion .

We seek educators interested in supporting their own well-being and the well-being of their students within a collegial environment and welcome applications from candidates that represent non-traditional diverse practices, cultures, environments, and skills.

Responsibilities include :

• Teaching undergraduate courses in Public Relations Techniques and / or Event Management & Planning.
• Extending learning beyond the campus classroom to connect students with community partners in experientialeducational opportunities.
• Commitment to our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts inpedagogy and community engagement.

The Public Relations Techniques course introduces students to the various skills and techniques employed by public relations professionals, including writing for public relations, media relations, special events, and crisis management. Students get hands-on experience understanding the uses of, and preparing copy for, news releases, news kits, advertisements, collateral materials, annual reports, speeches, audio / visual scripts and Public Service Announcements.

Event Management & Planning is an experiential course where students gainhands-on practice planning and managing special events, the factors that go into planning them, and the expectations of participants.

Requirements :

We seek candidates whohave demonstrated pedagogical expertise in undergraduate education. Successful candidates will hold a terminal degreeand will have at least two years of college-level teaching experience in Public Relations. A PhD or ABDis preferred. Applicants whohold a Master's degree and a substantial record of professional accomplishment in the field are encouraged to apply.

Availability to teach late afternoon and evening is preferred, but not required.

The University seeks candidates who, through their work and life experiences, service to the community,teaching, or professional practice can contribute to our diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information :

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here .

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here : Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures . All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR : Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number : (401) 254-3123 / Email Address : jstanley@rwu.edu

Application Instructions :

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter / letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

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