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The double-edged sword of autonomy
Professors enjoy enviable freedoms, but our inner taskmasters can put us in chains.
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Let’s talk about workload
If the judgement of our peers drives overwork, can conversations among peers alleviate it?
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The benefits of creative writing
By giving yourself permission to write freely, you may find your academic writing also improves.
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Tips for starting up a research lab within the social sciences
For early career scholars, a lab is not just a place for conducting research – it’s a space for building community, developing future leaders and creating a lasting impact.
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We need to teach postdocs how to teach
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Clearly you are accomplished, but you also present as being rather lazy
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How to manage your graduate student
A written agreement is a good way to clarify expectations and build trust.
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How to create order out of chaos
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How to manage your supervisor
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Concordia’s Art Volt Collection aims to help launch the careers of fine art grads
The initiative includes a ‘bootcamp’ in art marketing and sales skills.
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The difficulty of defining the student:supervisor relationship in grad school
Students often see themselves as ‘oppressed’ workers, while faculty see themselves as the expert who will mould the smart but inexperienced student.
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How to mentor your TAs and realize the role’s full potential
Reimagining existing relationships and practices can go a long way to enhancing education excellence.
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Where kindness rules
For professor Fiona Rawle, compassionate teaching is the bedrock for student success.
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Why it’s worth considering a PhD co-op
Where non-academic work can help you cross the bridge back to the professoriate.
