professors
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At Least You Have A Personality
I had a quick meeting with a student who would be taking a class with me in the spring. They were curious about what to expect in the class. I provided insights in my usual way, and at the end… Continue reading
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Students Say the Darndest Things
It never ceases to amaze me how students will utter some of the most mind-blowing thoughts that live rent-free in my head. You would think that over the decade that I have taught in institutions of higher learning, I have… Continue reading
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Why is everybody miserable? I am the one who lost their job.
Recently, I’ve noticed that everyone on campus is looking increasingly miserable. The morale level around Romulus University is so low already that it could trip up an earthworm, but everybody around here looks morose. If anybody should be walking around… Continue reading
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The Bully in the English Department
This is an excerpt from My first book, Remus College. If you are interested in reading further, you find the book here. Dr. Elson Carpenter was a senior member of the English department because she probably annoyed everybody else into… Continue reading
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Scar(r)ing the Children on my Way Out
Since I know that I will no longer be associated with Romulus University in the near future, I decided to take off a few of my restraints. Seriously, what is the school going to do, fire me early? Among the… Continue reading
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Your Tears Didn’t Save My Job
It is no secret that my tenure application at Romulus University did not pass. Well, there are more than a few faculty around here who don’t know because I don’t advertise misfortune around here. Besides, most of the people here… Continue reading
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Leadership Doesn’t Know Everything
In case my readers haven’t figured it out, I have a problem with authority, more specifically, with the leadership styles people use. Most of the time, these people are not using the appropriate type of leadership a situation demands. The… Continue reading
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This is a Slow Tuesday
After publishing Remus College, I received a lot of feedback from people asking if the stories were factual or fabricated, like those “based on a true story” type productions. As I told them then, I can confirm to you, dear… Continue reading
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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
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A Disorienting Orientation
The first day on the job is just like the first day of school. You want to dress up all snazzy and wash behind your ears so that your first impression can really wow your new colleagues. But, when you… Continue reading
Failing Upwards 