New Faculty Application
Are you interested in becoming a UNIV 100 faculty member?
Please review all eligibility requirements and role expectations here.
Faculty Information Sessions
For more information, attend a 30 minute virtual information session. Click here to fill out the form and receive a link to your preferred session.
| Tuesday, January 6th 2:00 – 2:30 PM |
| Friday, January 9th 11:00 – 11:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 14th 12:00 – 12:30 PM |
| Tuesday, January 20th 12:00 – 12:30 PM |
| Monday, January 26th 2:00 – 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday, February 4th 12:00 – 12:30 PM |
| Thursday, February 12th 3:00 – 3:30 PM |
Faculty Applications to teach Fall 2026 will close February 18, 2026.
New faculty should click the link below and scroll down to find “New Faculty Application.”
What does an Ideal Candidate Look Like?We are seeking candidates who are committed to the success of George Mason University and its student population. Candidates must be interested in assisting first-year students with their transition to college and, ideally, be willing to play a positive role in the professional development of the peer advisor. Specifically, we look for candidates who:
- Are passionate about supporting first-year students in their transition to college.
- Have the desire and ability to work as a partner with a peer advisor.
- Show a positive attitude, flexibility, the willingness to have fun and create an enjoyable classroom experience.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication, public speaking, and listening skills.
- Take initiative and display leadership skills.
Faculty Training:
There are two required training sessions for new faculty members in the spring prior to teaching.
- New Faculty Training – Designed to give our new faculty members the tools they need to be successful in the UNIV 100 classroom. Choose ONE of these dates:
- April 28 2026 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) OR May 5, 2025 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
- All Faculty Training – Designed to bring our new and returning faculty together to prepare for the upcoming semester of UNIV 100.
- May 19, 2026 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Monthly Faculty Meetings (Fall): Once per month during the months August-November. Exact dates TBA
Classroom Observations: New faculty will have one class observation by University Studies staff early in September.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact University Studies at [email protected]