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Managing Isolation in Academe

The nature of our work can prevent us from building meaningful connections with other people, writes Stephen J. Aguilar, who provides strategies for dealing with the issue.
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Confessions of an Interactive Lecturer

In half of a 12-step program, L. Kimberly Epting describes how to create a lecture environment that supports student learning.
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The Challenges of the Trailing Spouse

Institutions have significant work to do when it comes to inclusive practices for dual-career couples, writes Annmarie Cano.
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To Tweet or Not to Tweet?

Guidelines about the use of Twitter at academic conferences, and the way they are articulated, should concern scholars, argues Jonathan Beecher Field.
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In Praise of a Nonelite Education

Many wonderful colleges can give students an excellent education, argues Katherine Maloney, as well as provide opportunities for Ph.D. graduates to grow as teachers and scholars.
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Harnessing the Power of Systematic Career Exploration

Such exploration should happen early and often, writes Rebekah Layton, who gives tips on how to get started.
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How I Got a Grant I Never Thought I Could Get

I had to step beyond the obvious and do more, says Matthew J. Wright, who offers advice for other scholars seeking funding.
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Why I Write for the Public

Victor Ray explains why such writing is important for political, personal and practical reasons.