HomePublicationsSeries on Engaged Learning and TeachingThe Faculty Factor Forging Forward: Concluding Thoughts and Practical Tips for Faculty Book MenuThe Faculty Factor SectionsSection 1Section 2Section 3ChaptersIntroductionChapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6Chapter 7Chapter 8Chapter 9Chapter 10Chapter 11Chapter 12Forging ForwardBook Resources Contributors Buy in PrintISBN: 9781642672534January 2023 Jennifer E. Eidum and Lara LomickaThe conclusion brings together research and practices presented in this volume, reaffirming the key elements of the faculty factor and the role it plays in student success. It also offers a look toward the future of faculty involvement in LLCs. We explore pathways for both expanding and deepening faculty involvement in LLCs, especially among underrepresented faculty groups and at underrepresented campus types. This concluding chapter confronts many of the logistical challenges that face faculty working in LLCs, bringing together actionable solutions that are both structural and practical. Related Book ResourcesDoing the Work: Practical Recommendations for FacultyDiscussion Questions To what extent are equity and inclusion a primary goal in LLCs? How can we structure and staff LLCs to support equity and inclusion for students, faculty? How do we boost authentic faculty-student engagement with new majority students and faculty? How can student affairs professionals and faculty partner to conduct multi-institutional research on LLCs, connecting with and extending prior research in higher education and scholarship of teaching and learning (SOTL)? How might LLCs be expanded at community colleges, historically black colleges & universities and hispanic-serving institutions? What about LLCs structures and practices might need to change for these student—and faculty—populations? Share: