Pathways in Higher Education

2 Credits.

This hybrid seminar equips doctoral students for higher-education teaching careers through a structured blend of academic-career orientation, pedagogical practice, and professional preparation. Students analyze institutional contexts and hiring expectations, learn from guest faculty speakers on key topics, and apply structured feedback to develop a tailored application package and a teaching portfolio with recorded evidence. The course culminates in mock interviews and an interview-readiness plan. 2.0 credits.