education

  • This isn’t Shawshank.

    Every semester, I receive accommodation notices from students regarding their educational needs. It seems like each year, I receive a more extensive list of students who require extra time for assignments and extra exam time, among other things. I understand… Continue reading

    This isn’t Shawshank.
  • Working at a Transparent Institution

    If there is one thing I cherish above all else at this point in my career, it is transparent leadership. I have worked at some institutions where there was the illusion of transparency. In truth, cinder blocks offered better transparency… Continue reading

    Working at a Transparent Institution
  • The Kids Are All Right

    Sitting in another faculty meeting (which is always about as fun as a COVID-19 test), I heard the old refrain from another faculty member about the current condition of our students being the worst that could possibly be out there.… Continue reading

    The Kids Are All Right
  • Dear Faculty Senate President,

    I hope this email finds you well. Actually, I don’t care where it finds you as long as you read it. I’m not sure if you will have the time to look it over as you are in the midst… Continue reading

    Dear Faculty Senate President,