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Being an academic in dystopian times: Valuing your academic work

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Jo VanEvery

Jo VanEvery, Academic Career Guide ยท Being an academic in dystopian times: valuing your academic work As I write this, there has been an escalation of white supremacist activity in the US, and the generally difficult political climate in both the US and the UK has not really become less difficult than when I wrote […]

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Are you treating your research like a hobby?

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Jo VanEvery 3 Comments

Most academics are paid to do research. Research is part of your job description. Research figures prominently in the criteria for hiring, tenure/confirmation, and promotion. This can feel out of sync with the reality of your daily life in the university. You teach. You attend meetings. You do the work necessary to do those 2 […]

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