Off Tor The Gym…
“Im off to the gym. See you later.” with that Shingie left the house together with her mum. Her Mum was going to a parents meeting at school. This comes only a week at work after undergoing eye surgery to…
Looking Back… It All Started With An Economic Meltdown
Looking back…as I see it… It all started with an economic meltdown in Zimbabwe. Petrol queues winding their way for three days or a week. Edwin Shinga remembers seeing a brick in a queue used as a place-holder indicating that…
It All Looks Blurred
Positive test results “I am afraid we have to shut down the girls’ In Pursuit hostel. One of the girls called from home whilst on a weekend visit. She tested positive for COVID-19. The rest of the girls were exposed…
A Pleasant Surprise:
A Story of Family, Faith, and Resilience The COVID-19 pandemic tested everyone in different ways. Hospitals were overwhelmed, and George Mukari Hospital, like many others, had to extend its capacity by creating individual ICU rooms. It was during this challenging…
Thriving In The Academic Gig Economy
A Roadmap to Thriving in the Academic Gig Economy The academic gig economy has transformed the way educators, researchers, and scholars work. While traditional tenure-track positions are becoming less common, opportunities for freelance academic work—such as adjunct teaching, consulting, grant…
How Institutions Can Support Part-Time Educators EffectivelyPart-time And Adjunct Educators
How Institutions Can Support Part-Time Educators Effectively Part-time and adjunct educators play a pivotal role in delivering quality education, often filling critical gaps in course offerings and providing valuable expertise. Despite their importance, these educators frequently face significant challenges, including…
Challenges Faced By Academic Gig Workers
Top 5 Challenges Faced by Academic Gig Workers Today In the ever-evolving world of higher education, a growing number of educators are finding themselves navigating the precarious landscape of contingent employment. Known as academic gig workers, these professionals include adjunct…
Top 5 Challenges Faced By Academic Gig Workers Today
Introduction: The world of academia The world of academia isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. Gone are the days when a PhD guaranteed you a permanent office with a nameplate. The rise of gig work in academia is…
What Is The Gig Academia? –
A typical Higher Education Collaboration Scene Exploring The Future Of Work In Higher Education The term ‘Gig Academia’ has been floating around quite a bit recently, right? It’s this new kind of setup where universities and colleges are picking up…
Christmas Memories….
Mufaro and his wife Rudo brought so much fun… Christmas Memories: A Thanksgiving Celebration with Mufaro and Rudo Thanksgiving this year wasn’t just another holiday—it became an unforgettable celebration of Christmas spirit, laughter, and connection. My wife and I had…