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We are pleased to announce that an open seminar will be held as follows:

■Date
14:00–15:30 Friday, March 1, 2024 (Japan time)

■Theme
Recent Transformation of US College Faculty Work and Careers

■Venue
Hybrid (In-Person & Online)
* Maximum Capacity
a. In-Person: 20 people
b. Online (zoom): Unlimited

■Language
English

■Lecturer
UMBACH, Paul (North Carolina State University)

■MC
LI, Xin (Hiroshima University)

■Abstract
In the past two decades, US college faculty careers and work have changed considerably, and these changes have, in many ways, accelerated since COVID-19. We have observed an erosion of academic freedom and faculty autonomy and dramatic shifts to part-time and short-term contract employment. In this lecture, I will describe these changes and discuss a recent survey conducted with colleagues from NC State University looking at the effects of COVID-19 on faculty work and promotion plans. I will also explore the future of faculty work and the long-term implications restructuring faculty careers may have on US higher education.

■Note
・Participation fee is free.
・Registration is open until noon on Thursday, February 29, 2024 (JST).
・Internet access and a camera/microphone device required to participate online.
・Use your full name as your personal meeting ID when you enter the meeting room. If you do not, you may not be allowed to enter the meeting room.
・Recording/screenshots not allowed.
・The meeting URL will be emailed to you separately the day before the meeting. If you do not receive the e-mail, please contact us at k-kokyo(at)office.hiroshima-u.ac.jp
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