This is Part Three of our three-part series, "How to Work the Conference." Today's column discusses mealtimes and the book exhibit. In last week's post I quoted extensively from The Tenured Radical's column on conferences. One of her best lines in … [Read more...] about How to Work the Conference (Part Three of Three)
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How to Work the Conference (Part Two of Three)
Today we continue with Part Two of the "How to Work the Conference" series (see Part One here). Today's post deals with how to behave during the conference--that is to say, how to look like you're very busy and in-demand. Because conferences are … [Read more...] about How to Work the Conference (Part Two of Three)
How To Work the Conference, Part One of Three
(Wednesday Post Category: Landing Your Tenure Track Job) [This is the first in a two-part series on Working the National Conference. Part One, today, explains the importance of the conference in an academic career. Part Two, next week, focuses on … [Read more...] about How To Work the Conference, Part One of Three
Working the Conference: A Letter from a Client
I have a series of blog posts called How To Work the Conference Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. Here is a story from last week that shows why you should do what they say. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Karen, I just attended the annual … [Read more...] about Working the Conference: A Letter from a Client
Guest Post: A breakup letter to diversity work
Dr. Divya M. Persaud (she/her) is a planetary geologist, musician, and award-winning writer and science communicator. Divya is passionate about bridging science, engagement, activism, and the arts. Find her at … [Read more...] about Guest Post: A breakup letter to diversity work
Covid & Conferences: What’s Left to Blog About?
Natasha Casey holds a Ph.D. in communication studies from McGill University. She is professor of communication at Lincoln Land Community College (Springfield, Illinois) and affiliated faculty at the Media Education Lab (University of Rhode Island). … [Read more...] about Covid & Conferences: What’s Left to Blog About?
Networking is Not a Dirty Word
IMPORTANT NOTE: In COVID19 of course the in-person networking that Dr. Cardozo is talking about will not apply! But I'm sharing Today: Spinning Your Postac Web, by our own postac coach Dr. Karen Cardozo. Bio: Karen Cardozo … [Read more...] about Networking is Not a Dirty Word
Coronavirus Post I: Listing Cancelled Conferences and Shaking Hands
I am determined to use The Professor Is In platform to share as much info as I can about dealing with the impact of Coronavirus on academic environments. Please know that like everyone I'm responding quickly to evolving circumstances, so if you feel … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Post I: Listing Cancelled Conferences and Shaking Hands
Surviving Your First Conference: Tips for Anxious Newbies
I get a lot of questions about the Academic Conference from junior academics. Conferences are daunting! Even for more senior people. But they are an essential part of your academic career, so the sooner you get comfortable, the better - and honestly … [Read more...] about Surviving Your First Conference: Tips for Anxious Newbies
Workshop Summary: Preparing for a Non-Academic Career
This post and a companion post on the Academic Job Market were the summaries of two talks I gave at the University of Durham in the UK, offered by Katie Harling-Lee. For anyone curious about my in-person talks, this is how I spend the one hour … [Read more...] about Workshop Summary: Preparing for a Non-Academic Career