Faculty Life

Office Hours That Work: Practical Lessons from My Own Experiments

A practical look at what actually helped students show up—and open up

Apr 29 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

Taking Stock after a Major Shift

Reflecting on my return to teaching a year after making the choice

Jan 23 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

Navigating Boundaries in Personal and Professional Life

I don’t recall when I first started thinking about boundaries or it became a bit of a buzz word, but I am confident that at an earlier point in my life…

Jan 8 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

The Importance of Rest for Academic Renewal

I’m not a big believer in resolutions for many reasons – and you can find plenty of support for or against them online from people with more cohesive…

Jan 6 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

7 Lessons Learned in Transitioning from Administration to Faculty Life

Last fall, I knew my time as an administrator was coming to a close.

Aug 2, 2024 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

Occasional Loafing Might Just be Good for You

This past Saturday I found myself in a situation wherein plenty of things could be done but nothing absolutely had to be done that day. It was warmer…

Jan 30, 2024 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

A Slight Change in Course

I have spent a significant part of my life reflecting on calling, faith, work, and how that all comes together from a research lens (with a lot more…

Jan 24, 2024 •

Bethany Huxford Davis

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