A weekly collection of interesting things I find around the Internet. Find something I didn’t? I’d love to hear about it the comments!
Saying no to extra service is key for all untenured folk, but especially so for untenured folk from marginalized groups, who get asked to serve in the name of “diversity.” Kerry Ann Rockquemore talks about how to do it.
Why academics are under siege from all sides.
The ranking of doctoral programs was finally released, but even its committee was skeptical that it tells us much. A scholar of statistics criticizes the doctoral rankings.
The White House is holding a summit on community colleges — but there’s some debate about who is invited and who isn’t.
ProfHacker offers an open letter to part-time graduate students.
Academics won over 50% of this year’s MacArthur Fellowships. (My favorite is the type designer.)
Piled Higher & Deeper: What you thought you’d get done today vs. what you actually accomplished.
Finite Attention Span muses on what counts as success in academia — and what doesn’t.
A few comments about comments
The whole question of being unhappy in academia — no matter what stage you’re in — can feel fraught. If you’d like to comment but are feeling shy about “being out there,” feel free to make up a persona or comment anonymously. You can also email me directly.
First-time commenters are always moderated (because you wouldn’t believe the spam I get), so if your comment doesn’t show up immediately, hang tight! Chances are, I’m not right on my email.
And most of all, let’s all practice compassion for ourselves and others in this difficult time and space.