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6 Reasons to Teach in an Independent School

6 Reasons to Teach in an Independent School

Given their extensive teaching backgrounds, CUNY graduates are particularly well-suited for teaching positions at independent schools. This article provides six reasons why teaching at an independent school might be your new Plan A.
The Path to Publication, Part 3: Revising and Resubmitting

The Path to Publication, Part 3: Revising and Resubmitting

The following is the third in a three-part series on the publication of an academic article. The previous posts in this series focused on selecting an appropriate journal and preparing your manuscript for submission. This post focuses on what to do after receiving a “revise and resubmit.”
Seeking Travel/Research Funding

Seeking Travel/Research Funding

Presenting at academic conferences is an important part of professional development, as is time spent at research libraries. But what to do when conferences and the libraries hosting your research materials are far-flung?
How to Respond to a Call for Papers in the Humanities

How to Respond to a Call for Papers in the Humanities

Now that you've found a CFP that touches on your academic research interests, you need to write the paper proposal or abstract. You can think of a paper proposal as a very concise version of the introduction to the paper you are proposing.
Math in Data Science (feat. Bren Cavallo)

Math in Data Science (feat. Bren Cavallo)

Bren Cavallo earned his PhD in Mathematics from the Graduate Center. He's a data scientist at M Science, a data-driven research and analytics firm that uses unconventional data sets to uncover strategic insights on trends for leading financial institutions and corporations.
Where to Find Calls for Papers in the Humanities

Where to Find Calls for Papers in the Humanities

Presenting at academic conferences helps us gain experience clearly and concisely explaining complex ideas, responding to unexpected questions, networking, and oftentimes reshaping our work to fit a different format. But how to get started?
The Path to Publication, Part 1: Selecting a Journal

The Path to Publication, Part 1: Selecting a Journal

This is the first in a three-part series on the publication of an academic article. Academic publishing is generally a slow process, so it is important to start early. This post focuses on the things you'll want to consider when selecting an appropriate journal.
Types of Interviewers

Types of Interviewers

You may be prepared for all the possible questions, but a lack of awareness of interviewer styles could adversely affect your performance. Regardless of the type of interviewer you encounter, there are tactics to maintain your composure and leave a positive impression.
Informational Interviews: The Single Best Way to Look for a Job

Informational Interviews: The Single Best Way to Look for a Job

Informational interviewing is reaching out to a person who is working in a field or a company that you’re interested in. The purpose of the informational interview is to gain insider information and make contacts that could be helpful immediately or somewhere down the road.
Writing Over Break, Part 4: Revising and Editing

Writing Over Break, Part 4: Revising and Editing

This post offers strategies for revising, editing, and completing your work—whether with the help of others, or solo. The strategies include tips for last-minute, self-editing as well as tips for more planned-out, ideal scenarios.
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