To all deans, chairs, and directors: I realize that at home with your families – with your young children and your wives whom you met when you had them in your classes and who teach high school or community college courses – your wisdom appears to parallel that of Solomon, and your logic, that of … More Memorandum 5
This is Professor Zero, from parish prison (for those of you who live in states, districts, and colonies other than Louisiana, that means county jail). I am allowed to go to class and so on. I am not allowed to comment on blogs because I have far too much to do and it is only … More On Time to Tenure
To all secretaries, especially those who are now or who aspire to become administrative assistants: I realize that you may have young children, but this is an adult workplace. Please do not use baby talk here. If, for example, you make an error, please refer to it as such. Do not widen your eyes and … More Memorandum 4
There has been a coup d’état, and Professor Zero has been captured. Reading for Pleasure Wednesday has been suspended. If Professor Zero is released by the weekend, she will sing. If not, you will continue to listen to Beethoven. We join Professor Zero in recommending that despite the circumstances you do watch this archival footage … More Toscanini/Beethoven: 9th Symphony
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