Academe Today: How to pilot a postacademic career

Ben Sasse steps down before he can reshape U. of Florida; what a Trump win would mean; how much you should borrow; good reading habits; and more. ADVERTISEMENT [Academe Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. ADVICE [How to Pilot a Postacademic Career]( By William Pannapacker and Jennifer Polk [STORY IMAGE]( Two Ph.D.s who left academe and now run their own businesses offer advice on professional transitions. ADVERTISEMENT [How to Pilot a Postacademic Career]( LEADERSHIP [Ben Sasse Came to U. of Florida to Reshape Higher Ed. He Stepped Down Before He Got the Chance.]( By Eric Kelderman [STORY IMAGE]( The former Republican U.S. senator, who was named president in 2022, is resigning to help his wife deal with serious health issues. BIDEN DROPS OUT [Trump and His Allies Are Preparing to Overhaul Higher Education]( By Steven Brint [STORY IMAGE]( The sector isn’t prepared to defend itself. BIDEN DROPS OUT [Here’s How Much Americans Think You Should Borrow for College]( By Francie Diep, with graphics by Brian O'Leary [STORY IMAGE]( President Biden, who exited the presidential race on Sunday, had grand plans for student-loan forgiveness that haven’t all panned out. How much student debt is reasonable to take on? TEACHING [Modeling Good Reading Habits for Your Students]( By Beth McMurtrie [STORY IMAGE]( One professor shares how she combats the flattening effect of social media. UPCOMING PROGRAM [The Chronicle's Library and Institutional Success Program | July 2024] The Chronicle is partnering with Ithaka S+R to host a brand new [professional development program for librarians]( in July. This innovative two-week program will help library leaders understand the many roles they might take on, boost the success of the campus library, and better align with their institution’s goals. Learn more about our seminars and workshops, and [register today]( Views IN CASE YOU MISSED IT [Ask the Chair: How to Cope With a Lone-Wolf Dean]( By Kevin Dettmar [STORY IMAGE]( A department head seeks advice on collaborating with a senior leader who doesn’t play well with others. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to essential news, analysis, and advice. ADVERTISEMENT FROM THE CHRONICLE STORE [The Future of Graduate Education - The Chronicle Store]( [The Future of Graduate Education]( Graduate education has enjoyed a jump in enrollment over the past five years, but it faces a host of challenges. [Order this report]( for insights on the opportunities and pitfalls that graduate-program administrators must navigate. JOB OPPORTUNITIES [Search thousands]( of faculty, administrative, and executive job openings and [upload your resume]( to be searchable by employers! [Faculty Positions]( Towson University [Rutgers Business School Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions in Marketing]( Rutgers University [Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs]( West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission [President]( Berry College [Assistant Director for Intersectional Programs and Outreach]( RIT [Director of Civic Engagement]( Black Hills State University CAREER RESOURCES [Preparing for a New Role] [Read the July collection]( for advice on preparing for a new role. Learn how you can prepare for onboarding, move into your new office, and more. NEWSLETTER FEEDBACK [Please let us know what you thought of today's newsletter in this three-question survey](. This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. [Manage]( your newsletter preferences, [stop receiving]( this email, or [view]( our privacy policy. © 2024 [The Chronicle of Higher Education]( 1255 23rd Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037