Adjunct History Instructor
- Employer
- Nebraska Wesleyan University
- Location
- 5000 Saint Paul Avenue, Lincoln, NE, USA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach HIST 2170: Body, Mind, Spirit: The Understanding of the Self in Western Culture during the Spring 2027 semester (January 11-May 8, 2027).
HIST 2170 examines the historical development of concepts of the self in Western culture, tracing ideas about human identity, consciousness, and personhood from Ancient Near Eastern religious traditions and classical Greek thought to modern psychological and sociological theories. The course emphasizes how changing intellectual, religious, philosophical, and social contexts have shaped understandings of the relationship between the individual and society.
The course is currently scheduled to meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:40 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in History or a related field
- Experience of effective teaching at the college level is preferred
- Experience with Canvas or a similar learning management system is desirable
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered practices
How to Apply
To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and the names of two professional references at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. NWU encourages applicants to address how one or more of NWU's Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and/or how they would contribute to them at NWU in their cover letter or a separate document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.
Organization
Working at Nebraska Wesleyan University
Since our founding in 1887, Nebraska Wesleyan University has both grown and remained steadfast to a liberal arts education in a Christian environment. Nebraska Wesleyan University is considered one of the strongest institutions of its kind in the Midwest, and has been continuously accredited since 1914.
NWU at a Glance
- Founded in 1887
- Located in the University Place neighborhood of northeast Lincoln, NE
- Approximately 1,600 undergraduates, 225 graduate students and 275 adult learners
- 53 majors, 41 minors, 18 pre-professional programs
- 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- 75 student organizations
- Seven Greek chapters
- Thriving study abroad and service learning programming
Mission Statement
Nebraska Wesleyan University is an academic community dedicated to intellectual and personal growth within the context of a liberal arts education and in an environment of Christian concern.
Nebraska Wesleyan was founded by Nebraska Methodists and actively maintains its relation to The United Methodist Church. The University reflects the Judeo Christian tradition in its efforts to integrate questions about meaning and value with the pursuit of learning and understanding.
The University is committed to excellence of academic endeavor and to learning as a lifelong process. The curricula and programs are designed to assist students in gaining and expanding knowledge and skills, in developing their competence in rational thought and communication, in broadening their perspectives on humanity and culture, and in enhancing their spiritual, physical, emotional, and aesthetic resources.
Nebraska Wesleyan intends that its students develop a sense of individual worth and become useful and serving members of the human community.
Approved by the Board of Governors – February 8, 1979
Reaffirmed by the Board of Governors – May 12, 2000
Statement of Vision
Nebraska Wesleyan University will be an outstanding national liberal arts university, where the educational experience transforms each student to lead a life of learning, service, leadership, and success in a diverse world.
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