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Not a Consolation Prize
Community colleges need to be cautious before hiring Ph.D.s who haven’t been trained for teaching at two-year institutions, and unemployed doctorates shouldn’t assume they are prepared for such jobs, writes Kory Lawson Ching.
The Art of Delegation
Kerry Ann Rockquemore writes that junior faculty members are too quick to assume they can't get help, and too hesitant to ask.
Being an Effective Administrative Spouse
Mary M. Kennedy offers her experiences as wife and teacher as a case study in partnerships for higher education leaders.
Responding to Rejection
When you get negative feedback, writes Kerry Ann Rockquemore, analyze it, deal with it (if appropriate) and move on.
Does Wikipedia Suck?
Banning the popular Web tool will be ineffective, writes Rob Weir, but you can teach your students how to evaluate information.
Beyond Consanguinity
A department chairman recounts the many ways that nepotism and conflicts of Interest can interfere with the faculty hiring and promotion process.
Listen to Your Body
To advance your career, writes Kerry Ann Rockquemore, you need your mental and physical health.