Failing Upwards

Faculty

  • Mirth in Misery

    My current institution recently held its annual “State of the Union” address for the employees. I am learning that this is a necessary evil at some places because they can be pep rallies or funeral wakes. The administration touched on… Continue reading

    Mirth in Misery

  • 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.

  • This Article Was Hijacked By My Last Faculty Meeting.

    I know that I will never have the perfect classroom of prepared students eager to learn and that we will have a great discussion about course material. I am at peace with that. However, I am discovering more and more… Continue reading

    This Article Was Hijacked By My Last Faculty Meeting.