Failing Upwards

academic conferences

  • My Beef with Academic Conferences

    I distinctly remember my graduate school mentors advising me to attend conferences to bolster my marketability. Naturally, when a mentor tells you that attending these academic events is essential, you follow orders and try to show up for as many… Continue reading

    My Beef with Academic Conferences

  • I Thought I Wanted This, But You Can Have It Back

    Even though I work at a SLAC, the institution still makes an effort to indicate that scholarly pursuits are happening at Romulus University. They accomplish this facade by putting together two events that showcase the talents of the faculty and… Continue reading

    I Thought I Wanted This, But You Can Have It Back

  • I Hate Playing the Game: The Academic Conference

    Due to a plague spreading through my household, I decided to provide an excerpt from my novel. It explains why I am not the biggest fan of conferences. Enjoy or don’t. I don’t care. I was always told in graduate… Continue reading

    I Hate Playing the Game: The Academic Conference