Confessions of a Community College Dean

Readers of a certain age (ahem) will remember dittos. Back when dinosaurs roamed the earth and photocopying was still considered...

We're trying to raise The Girl to be a strong and independent woman, which, given her lineage, is a bit...

With classes starting any minute now – I can see the dorsal fin in the water – the folks in...

Dear Editors of Money, This one has been making the rounds on campus. The September issue of Money magazine features...

Last week I was in a meeting with the college controller – the money guy – who mentioned that this...

This year I'm seeing again some very creative definitions of the word 'emergency.' It's a special word, since it gives...

A frustrated correspondent writes: In looking at the academic job market (including academic library positions), I have noticed that a...

A faithful reader writes: I am writing to get your advice about seeking adjuncting positions. I am finishing up my...