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By James M. Lang July 10, 2025
Two pillars of teaching — structure and evidence — are also the keys to writing more effectively for the public.
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October 28, 2019
Want to advance your career? Improve your institution? Our academic experts have guidance for you, and we’ve made it easy to find.
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By Amy Crutchfield July 8, 2025
Be prepared for executive searches to take longer and for candidates to require more convincing.
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By Kevin Dettmar June 26, 2025
Lessons for current and future department heads on how to succeed in this vital yet idiosyncratic role.
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By Kevin R. McClure June 24, 2025
Your institution might not be able to love you, but it can certainly prioritize your well-being on the job.
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By Leonard Cassuto June 18, 2025
Our graduate-school enterprise exists today in a state of anxiety and reactive tension. Here’s how we’re managing.
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By David D. Perlmutter June 13, 2025
Too many searches, especially in this buyer’s market, fail to woo job candidates with kindness and professionalism.
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Why do many Ph.D. students still feel compelled to make their career plans in secret?
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By Rebecca Colesworthy June 5, 2025
An acquisitions editor offers eight tips for marketing-shy academics.
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By Kevin R. McClure June 3, 2025
How to stand up for academe in this era of constant attacks from federal and state governments.