Part-Time Faculty: DES 320 Wondering the Alphabet

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of DES 320 Wondering the Alphabet on Mondays from 2:15 PM to 4:55 PM during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Develop and update the course syllabus, including lectures, projects, and student assignments.
• Explore the relationship between sounds and shapes in typography and creative writing.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours and build positive rapport with students and faculty.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner and submit mid-semester progress reports and final grades.
• Ensure consistent class attendance and coordinate coverage or rescheduling in the event of emergencies.

Requirements

• MFA or terminal degree in Visual Communication.
• Extensive knowledge of typography and the origins of language.
• Proven college-level teaching record.
• Industry-related work experience.

About the Company

Syracuse University is a private, international research university located in the heart of New York State. The School of Design, within the College of Visual and Performing Arts, is dedicated to educating cultural leaders through design, scholarship, and critical thought. We provide an environment that encourages self-discovery and risk-taking to inspire the next generation of creative professionals.