i think we were meant to live slower than this. to grow tomatoes. to take afternoon walks. to cry without apologizing for it. to be bad at things and still do them. we weren’t designed for constant achievement. we were meant for moments. small, soft, nothing-special moments that

Thought for the day: proximity ≠ community ∧ community ⇒ proximity

Myself and Madina Wane sharing our insights #BlackPhDExp PODCAST: The Black PhD experience https://t.co/0kWyVBzdwk #Real voices

Just found out that my woking paper has been cited once!! Shouldn't, like, someone email you when this happens??

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Video: Another Proud moment for the Yorubas, Dr. Timileyin Oluseyi did not only sweeps 8 residency doctor's awards in United States of America, he receives traditional Yoruba greeting of deep respect from program director. Credit: Instablog 9ja

I said I wanted a degree in Yorùbá. They responded by asking me to come and start a PhD. Apparently, the Head of Department is writing a thesis on my work. Moral of the story? Just do you. The world will adjust. The vision is simple: that a day will come when teaching Yorùbá

Millions around the world celebrate the birth of the baby on the left while turning a blind eye to the oppression of millions of babies like those on the right who come from the very same homeland and share the same ancestors. This Christmas, remember the people of Jesus’ nation.

A prospective PhD student should look for a kind and understanding mentor, not necessarily the most brilliant one or someone working at a prestigious institution. A kind mentor will focus on your progress and work to uplift you.

I am excited to share my piece, “The Hypocrisy of Community-Engaged Research,” published in @insidehighered. It critiques how the neoliberal university’s market-driven model prioritizes profits over justice-oriented research.

Are you a graduate student in second language studies or applied linguistics? Do you want to develop a paper further and gain experience with the peer review process? Consider submitting your work to our journal!

The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium saying that Apple's supply chain is contaminated with "blood minerals". Their lawyers argue Apple is complicit in crimes committed by armed groups that control mines. https://t.co/kxipJ0LgVb

Writing is an act of rebellion. Writing is an act of creation. Writing is an act of salvation. Writing is an act of exploration. Writing is an act of emotion. Writing is an act of confession. Writing is an act of speculation. Writing is an act of reflection. Keep writing.

Professional development opportunities for scholars in South Asia! Publicize widely!

"Learning a new #language isn’t just about practice—it’s about sleep. Researchers found that sleep enhances memory of new words and grammar by synchronizing specific brainwave patterns during NREM sleep."

🚨 EAP: Emotional Academic Pratice event 20/11/24 1-3 (UK time) reserve your place: https://t.co/J6bdnPibIP Visit padlet for recordings, abstracts and add your comments https://t.co/7vFEuX1Kq3 Please share with colleagues and networks who may be interested in attending!

FYI: Contribute to new internet language research! (10-minute survey): This (very) junior scholar is embarking on her Masters Thesis project at KU Leuven in English Linguistics and Literature, and has created a survey (her first!) to begin the research…

Ever struggle with academic writing during your PhD? On 13 December at 13h00 (GMT, London), the Emotions SIG is hosting an early career researchers’ coffee hour to talk about academic writing struggles and tips. Please pre-register to join the event: https://t.co/2ZcsbhQ7X7

Yorùbá language teacher needed at SOAS...