This section of pages details the PPW’s hiring and staffing processes and policies. These policies are meant to be transparent and equitable so that both program directors and instructors are able to make informed decisions.
Academic Year Staffing
This page explains the staffing and scheduling process for Specialized Faculty (SF) and Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs).
Assistant Director
This page explains the policies and procedures dictating the appointment of the Assistant Directors (ADs) to the Program in Professional Writing (PPW).
Associate Director
This page explains the policies and procedures dictating the appointment of the Associate Director (SF) to the Program in Professional Writing (PPW).
PPW Listserv
Find information here about how to use the PPW listserv service to communicate with instructors (lists.illinios.edu).
Service-in-Excess
This page provides information about the processes, pay, and pitfalls of service-in-excess.
SIE for 8-week Courses
This page provides information about the eligibility, pay, and staffing of BTW 279: Writing Job Applications.
Summer Courses
This page provides information about the staffing timeline and process for summer courses.
BTW 263 Proposals
This page details the process for proposing a special topics course under the BTW 263 course number.