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The Limits of Anecdotes
Stories from a senior faculty member's past may be more fun to tell than they are helpful to those trying to navigate academic careers, writes Kerry Ann Rockquemore.
Job Market Trick or Treat
It's a great day to think about the interview questions that most terrify you, write Cheryl Reed and Dawn M. Formo.
Working for a Cause
Working with nonprofit groups has a special set of rewards and challenges. Jessica Quillin offers advice on collaborating with mission-driven (but often resource-impaired) organizations.
Presidents and Doctorates
Recent controversies raise anew questions about whether community college leaders need Ph.D.s, writes Angela Provart.
Why I (Usually) Wear a Tie
Professors send a message with their attire, writes Nate Kreuter.
Thumbs Up for a Balanced Life?
Might electronic devices -- if left to their own devices -- erode human communication? Maria Shine Stewart ponders.
Media Cool
Rob Weir offers advice on how professors should handle calls from reporters.
Sink or Swim
Colleges need to abandon the philosophy they use to justify doing little to help new faculty members, writes Kerry Ann Rockquemore.