Dealing with imposter syndrome can cause severe self-doubt. Have you ever felt that you do not deserve your achievements? Do you ever worry about being found out because you are less knowledgeable than others? Many people working in academia strive to know more and to make a positive difference in…>
Academic Careers
Advance your STEM career in 2024
There has never been a better time to explore new career opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In today’s tech-driven world, advances in STEM fields are transforming the way we live and work. As a result, there is soaring global demand for talented individuals who can accelerate innovation…>
How to gain lecturer experience
If you’re struggling to get teaching experience but want to be a lecturer, our latest article can help with some key steps to succeed.
Questions to ask when choosing your academic specialism
Do you find it challenging when choosing your academic specialism? Have you got lots of ideas but may be concerned about which one to commit to? Choosing your academic specialism can be a big decision and it is important to get it right. In the following article, I have selected…>
Staying on track during the semester
You have developed a plan for your semester, see how can you make sure you stay on track as the going gets tough with our top tips!
Strategic Alliance: Australian and UK Universities Unite
The Australia-UK Strategic Alliance on Research and Innovation is a commitment to research collaboration – see how this could impact you.
Inspiring future STEM leaders
On STEM Day, we have an incredible opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators. It’s a day for children to dive headfirst into the fascinating world of STEM.
Nurturing mental health in academia
As faculty members we need to both promote mental health awareness, as well as protect our mental health and the mental health of our students and researchers.
Teaching effectively and ethically in a ChatGPT world
Will AI tools advance our teaching, or complicate it? Both, most likely. As instructors, how should we use ChatGPT, and can we harness it in service to effective and ethical teaching?
Ten planning tips to start the semester off right
In the first week of every semester, I reserve a day to clear the decks and set myself up for success. In fact, I have developed a checklist for everything that I need to do at the beginning of every semester (and have updated this semester’s start task list over time).