HigherEdJobs Podcast

In this Ask the Expert episode, Chris Lee responds to a question about the length of time you should stay in a leadership role if an opportunity to make a lateral move arises within your institution. He said this question addresses commonly-discussed job search topics, including career growth, change and finding the right role. Sometimes making a lateral move is a good idea. How do you feel about the move? Change creates lots of dynamics, and you might lose that supportive supervisor or kind coworkers.  Listen to the episode and learn more from Lee, a managing director with Storbeck Search.Have a burning question that you would like to submit to Ask the Expert? Send us your question, and you might hear it discussed on the HigherEdJobs podcast.

What can part-time or contingent faculty do to improve their work conditions? In this second part of our interview with Adrianna Kezar, she said that it comes down to relationships. Talk with faculty at other institutions and get to know your department chair. Consider joining a national advocacy organization like the American Association of University Professors. Kezar is the director of the Pullias Center for Higher Education at the University of Southern California. 

Did you know that 70% of faculty at colleges and universities in the U.S. are contingent or part-time? In this episode, Andy Hibel and Kelly Cherwin talk with Adrianna Kezar, director of the Pullias Center for Higher Education at the University of Southern California. Kezar highlights changing faculty trends in the U.S. and talks about the Delphi Award, which recognizes institutions that have created innovative ways to support part-time or contingent faculty. 

Listen to the songs podcast guests Rick Clark and Brennan Barnard have added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search. Their choices include tunes by Simon & Garfunkel, U2, R.E.M. and from the musical "Hamilton." Clark and Barnard are authors of "The Truth about College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together."Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist? Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist. 

In this Ask the Expert episode, Matt Trainum answers a question about the number of adjunct titles an instructor can hold with multiple institutions. First, consider your goal of holding multiple positions: are you interested in more income, experience, or landing a role that could lead to a full-time position? Keep in mind that working for multiple colleges could mean dealing with more bureaucracy. Listen to the episode and learn more from Matt.Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Send us your question for a future episode.

In this episode Kelly and Andy welcome Judy Reilly, director of the Center for Neurodiversity and Employment Innovation at University of Connecticut. Reilly discusses the university's mission to be a national leader in creating programs and resources that will decrease barriers for neurodivergent adults seeking meaningful employment.Additional Reading: Employment, Not Graduation, as an Outcome: How To Do Better by Neurodivergent Students

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum addresses burnout and advises to start by pinning down what it is that is burning you out. Listen in to hear Matt's advice for communicating with your supervisor. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

In this episode Justin Zackal talks about the phrase 'rugged flexibility' and how it applies to our ever-changing careers in higher education. Justin also shares what it means to practice tragic optimism. Listen in to learn more! Check out Justin's article here. 

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about requesting funding for conferences and professional development. It is no surprise that the changing landscape of funding in higher education has created a new normal for professional development. When asking for funding ensure your request aligns with your institution's needs and include how the professional development enhances your contributions to the institution as a whole. Listen in to hear several other great tips from Matt! Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

In this final segment from the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky, the panelists answer questions from the audience. Audience members ask the panelists about DEI policies and funding, paths to funding beyond development, and how higher ed can learn from private industry when it comes to employment for military-affiliated individuals. Click here for Part I and here for Part II. Check out HigherEdMilitary for more military-connected higher ed news and trends.