Provisions for office space depend upon overall space availability in the department. In many instances it is necessary for part-time instructors to have common office space. Part-time instructors should discuss their space needs with the department chair in order to receive the best accommodation possible to suit their needs. It is important to point out any other requirements such as secure storage for test materials or room for reference books needed While most private offices do have telephones, part-time instructors may find themselves without a phone in their office space. Check with the business manager regarding the appropriate phone number to use on the syllabus for student contacts.
Most departments assign mailboxes for all departmental faculty and instructors.
This is a location that is often used for department and university mail, messages, or a place for students to place assignments or other correspondence. A copy of the syllabus must also be on file in the department by the end of the first week. Because syllabiare on file in each department, it may be helpful to review the syllabi used by other faculty. Certain departments maintain special requirements for certain courses. In many departments, the retention of class roll records and grade books is encouraged.