Teaching & Learning at College Unbound

If you clicked on this page because you’re interested in getting to know more about College Unbound and what it’s like to support students in their learning here…you’re in the right place!

What is College Unbound?

College Unbound (CU) is a student-driven, non-traditional, accredited college focused on providing comprehensive support for adult learners working towards a B.A. in Organizational Leadership & Change.

How do students learn at College Unbound?

Students learn through either 8-week or 16-week, synchronous or asynchronous virtual courses, and a weekly, full semester, in-person/virtual Workplace & World Lab. At the center of a CU student’s learning is a project based around their passion and interests, often incorporating entrepreneurial businesses, workplace initiatives, or social ventures. Students’ projects often stay with them post-graduation and have profound impacts on their communities.

TEACHING AT COLLEGE UNBOUND

At College Unbound, our faculty are separated into three distinct types: Instructional Faculty, Lab Faculty, and Assessment Specialists.

Instructional Faculty (online)

Covering general education, majors, and electives, our Instructional Faculty oversee synchronous or asynchronous virtual courses over either an 8-week or 16-week session. Instructional Faculty support CU's approach to high-touch, high-challenge learning by holding one-on-one meetings with students, providing formative feedback, and helping students connect courses and skill development with their projects.

Sample Syllabi from Instructional Courses: Learning from Experience | Reframing Failure | Writing for Change

Lab Faculty

Our in-person Workplace & World Lab provides a space for holistic support and growth led by Lab Faculty. Lab Faculty guide cohorts of students to graduation through the facilitation of relevant group discussions, 1:1 project development meetings, and cross collaboration with other faculty and staff to ensure students can complete their CU Core Projects.

Sample Syllabi from Workplace & World Lab: Workplace & World Lab

Assessment Specialist

How to Apply for an Instructional or Lab Faculty Position:

If you are interested in joining the CommUnity…we’re excited to hear more from you! Faculty applications are reviewed at certain times of the academic year based upon our faculty needs.

Applications are reviewed during 3 cycles of the academic year.

Applications for Fall Semester are reviewed from February to May.
Applications for Summer Semester are reviewed from February to March.
Applications for Spring Semester are reviewed from August to November.

We are currently seeking applications for the following:

Our selection of faculty follows this process.

Review the job descriptions linked above for available positions.
Complete this Faculty Application for next steps.
Initial screening
First round interviews for selected applicants
Second round interview selected applicants
Credential and reference check of selected candidates
Final hiring decision

How to Apply for an Assessment Specialist Position:

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis based on need.

We are currently pausing applications for the Assessment Specialist role.

Our selection of assessment specialists follows this process.

Review the job description linked above.
Complete the Assessment Specialist Application for next steps.
Initial screening
First round group interviews for selected applicants
Second round interview for selected applicants
Credential and reference check of selected candidates
Final hiring decision