Campus: How to be a good mentor and mentee

Campus: How to be a good mentor and mentee

Author: Campus by Times Higher Education September 14, 2023 Duration: 30:56
For this episode of the podcast we handed the mic over to the Campus network to get their top tips on how to be a good mentor and mentee. These relationships can make or break academic careers so getting them right is crucial. Our contributors offer suggestions on how to choose a mentor or supervisor, how to give advice, how to do reverse mentoring and how to lay the ground rules so that everyone gets what they need from these relationships.  This episode's contributors are: Eve Riskin, dean of undergraduate education, Stevens Institute of Technology  Monika Foster, head of department marketing, operations and systems, Faculty of Business and Law, Northumbria University  Jon McNaughtan, associate professor, educational psychology, leadership, and counseling, Texas Tech University  Sioux McKenna, director, Center for Postgraduate Studies, Rhodes University  Preman Rajalingam, director, Centre for Teaching, Learning and Pedagogy, Institute of Pedagogical Innovation, Research and Excellence, Nanyang Technological University Bryan Hanson, graduate student ombudsperson, Virginia Tech Tara Brabazon, dean of graduate studies and professor of cultural studies, Charles Darwin University  Barbara Kensington-Miller, associate professor curriculum and pedagogy, University of Auckland Elena Riva, associate professor and director of education, Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning, University of Warwick Gabriel Paquette, associate provost for academic affairs and faculty development, University of Maine Lucas Lixinski, professor law and justice, UNSW Sydney  

What does it really take to run a modern university? Campus Talks by Times Higher Education moves beyond the headlines and policy papers to explore the human stories and practical challenges shaping colleges and universities today. Each episode features candid conversations with the academics, administrators, and staff on the front lines, offering a ground-level view of the forces transforming education globally. You’ll hear nuanced discussions about reinventing teaching methods, navigating the complexities of international partnerships, pursuing meaningful research, and building institutions that are both excellent and sustainable. This isn’t a series of abstract lectures; it’s a forum for genuine problem-solving and shared experience. The podcast draws on the extensive network and editorial expertise of its host, Campus by Times Higher Education, to connect listeners with diverse voices from campuses worldwide. Whether you’re a faculty member, a university leader, or simply fascinated by the inner workings of higher education, these dialogues provide actionable insights and a deeper understanding of the academy’s evolving role in society. Tune in for thoughtful analysis that respects the complexity of the issues while searching for tangible solutions.
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