Inside Collection (Proceedings): 2009 NSF ADVANCE Workshop: Negotiating the Ideal Faculty Position
Summary: This presentation is authored by Mikki Hebl, Rice University.
Psyc 660: Professional Development - “survival skills” are discussed, including the ability to communicate effectively, to find and keep a job, to secure funding, publish, teach, and behave responsibly.
Darley, J. M., Zanna, M. P., & Roediger III, H. L. (2003). The complete academic: A career guide. 2nd edition. Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association.
“They are so afraid we shall break down, and you know the reputation of the college is at stake, for the question is, can girls get a college degree without injuring their health.”
“Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.” “Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained.”
“If you know you are on the right track, if you have this inner knowledge, then nobody can turn you off. . . no matter what they say.”
“A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for.”
“[W]e must believe in ourselves or no one else will believe in us; we must match our aspirations with the competence, courage and determination to succeed.“ “The world cannot afford the loss of the talents of half its people if we are to solve the many problems that beset us.”
“When we are chafed and fretted by small cares, a look at the stars will show us the littleness of our own interests.”
“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.”
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