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An Insider’s Guide to Presidential Search
Katherine Haley describes 10 things that boards and search committees need to know to run a successful presidential search.
Some Compassionate Takeaways for Academic Mentors
How many of us who strayed from the academic track, asks Robert Alford, have ended up feeling alienated from those who mentored us?
Managing Politically Charged Classroom Conversations Through Technology
Today’s rancorous environment makes discussing politics hazardous, writes Sara Eskridge, who has found technology can be used to foster objectivity and engage students.
Mentoring Underrepresented Minority Students
So … I’m white, writes Amanda Cornwall. Can I be effective as a mentor to students from underrepresented groups?
The Problem of Self-Care in Higher Education
Students struggle to care for themselves in higher education, writes Douglas Dowland, and so do faculty.
The Surprising Benefits of Having a Baby
Mai P. Trinh describes how it has actually enhanced her career and made her a better scholar.
Reframing Gossip in the Workplace
Gossip is a false and shallow attempt at connection with another person, yet ironically it serves to disconnect us further, writes Tamara Yakaboski.
Community Building in the Community College Classroom
It aids in the retention of students and in their overall college experience, but it is difficult and requires some creative thinking, writes Sean Gerrity.