As we work toward equity in the academy, one way to make change is to identify and examine the gatekeepers-- what gates do students or faculty have to pass through to achieve the success they are seeking? Who is let in, and who is left out of leadership positions, research awards, PhD programs, and faculty positions […]

Becoming a published scholarly writer is part of what it means to be a professional academic. However, there are specific skills for the academic author to learn—from proposal to manuscript to first book and on to the books that will follow. This session will focus on the professional publishing knowledge every academic writer needs. Experts […]

Presenter: Kerry Sheldon, Bridgeport Consulting Ever suffered through an excruciating departmental meeting? Ever wonder why some committee conversations seem to get stuck, or your research group can’t seem to get organized? Have you struggled with "bad actors," such as colleagues who interrupt others, or always seem to be engaged in a distracting side conversation? Join […]