The academic department chair is positioned to be the engine of change in diversity progress in higher education today. Serving at the core of the academic enterprise, chairs work collaboratively with faculty to empower students ...
When the phone or video interviews are complete and all the applicants’ materials have been screened, the search committee chair will come into the dean’s or chair’s office and say, “I know we’re supposed to ...
Given the costs associated with hiring and retaining faculty members, it’s helpful to have detailed data on faculty retention, promotions, and separations. The problem is that this data is not readily available at many institutions.
The use of contingent faculty continues to increase throughout higher education. Given the important role they play, it makes sense to consider what can be done to improve their working conditions and their ability to ...
Rio Salado College has experienced significant growth over the past three years, which has resulted in the need to hire an increasing number of new online adjunct faculty. The Social Sciences Department has a seven-step ...