Career Advice

Most gender and women’s studies programs preach to the converted and lack courses that would appeal to men -- or, for that matter, women who don’t have particular political leanings, argues Hallie Lieberman.

By Hallie Lieberman

When’s the best time for a college or university leader to take a public stand? Barbara McFadden Allen, Ruth Watkins and Robin Kaler explore a hypothetical scenario.

By Barbara McFadden Allen Ruth Watkins and Robin Kaler et al.

What lessons can be learned at the intersection of the community college and doctoral education in the humanities? Rachel Arteaga provides some answers.

By Rachel Arteaga

Adriana Bankston offers reflections and advice to Ph.D.s about successfully leaving academe and pursuing other careers.

By Adriana Bankston

J. Sumerau describes a smart approach to establish productive collaborations.

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Many faculty members remain uncertain about how parental leave and other gaps should be treated professionally, write Jennifer Lundquist and Joya Misra, who provide some advice for both job seekers and institutions.

By Jennifer Lundquist and Joya Misra

If we as faculty members can’t be honest among ourselves, Steven Conn asks, will we be surprised if our professional autonomy gets taken away by administrators or boards of trustees or state legislators?

By Steven Conn

As a teacher, you may prefer traditional classrooms full of residential students, but virtual education is here to stay and offers significant benefits, writes Robert Ubell.

By Robert Ubell