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A Wicked Perspective: Faculty and Leadership in Academia

Faculty Focus

As I have matured, I draw parallels between Shiz/Land of Oz and university life/academia, viewing it with a more seasoned perspective. Galinda represents those who comply with administrative directives in hopes of achieving their personal ambitions. Though some aspects have changed, much remains poignantly familiar.

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DEI Under Attack: The Truth from the Frontlines of Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a climate where DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is being vilified, this year's panels didn't hold back. Say the words :Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The administration's weaponization of the acronym has become a strategic assault to reassert white supremacy, particularly that of white male dominance.

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The Silent Crisis: Bullying Among Nurse Educators in Higher Education

Faculty Focus

While nursing education should promote professional growth, collaboration, and mentorship, many nurse educatorsespecially those in tenure-track positionsexperience bullying from colleagues, senior faculty, or administrators. The Scope of Bullying in Nursing Academia Bullying in higher education is a widespread and systemic issue.

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Worthy of More: Systemic Failures Women of Color Face in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At first, it felt affirmingproof that I belonged in academia. The Burden of Excellence In academia, excellence isnt just expected of women of colorits demanded. Beyond these demands, academia sets another trap: our worth is measured by metrics that offer little tangible reward. But over time, the shine dulled.

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When Inclusion Gets Complicated: What Faculty Need to Know About Service Dogs in Higher Ed

Academe Blog

After a traumatic brain injury, PTSD, and mobility issues, she returned to academia with her service dog, Sampson. Administrators and faculty voiced concerns about contamination, distractions, and liability. Whos Doing It Well: Learning from Leading Institutions Some universities are already modeling inclusive practices.

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Navigating chronic illness in academia: An early career perspective

HEPI

This blog is part of a series HEPI is running with the British Academy on the changing face of academia. . With administrative, teaching and research pressures mounting in academia generally, large proportions of academics report feeling overworked and emotionally drained. Career Progression. What Works and What Would Help.

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Silenced Voices: Confronting Linguistic Discrimination and Cultural Erasure in Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Even within the supposedly safe confines of academia, we are not immune to these oppressive practices. Administrators and faculty members are responsible for confronting these unjust behaviors head-on. We must create inclusive environments where students from diverse backgrounds feel valued and heard.

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