In Focus

In Focus articles are thoughtful and practical writings addressing the unique challenges and joys of women in the academy and professions. Topics include those dealing with the academy, professions, relationships, singleness, career decisions, and child-bearing and child-raising in the context of study and work.

In Focus

September 03, 2020

By Carmen Joy Imes

Pursuing Tough Conversations with Students

Professor Carmen Imes offers practical and effective tips for navigating conflict in teaching relationships with students.

In Focus

August 26, 2020

Beginning Well: Family and Academic Rhythms

Academic life offers special challenges to spousal and family relationships. Receive the gift of sound advice and spiritual encouragement from these articles at The Well as you enter into a very unusual school year.

In Focus

August 19, 2020

Beginning Well: New Academic Year

Whether you are gearing up for a new stage in your career or returning for your umpteenth year of tenure, let these articles from The Well encourage you to pursue your calling in this unusual fall.

In Focus

August 18, 2020

By Jeanne Petrolle

Education as a Matter of Life and Death

What can we learn from literature about how to navigate current social and political struggles? Jeanne Petrolle illuminates a path toward cultivating the strength and clarity to stand against systems of oppression.