Academic bullying is persistent, hostile behavior by a professor, peer, or administrator that creates a toxic environment. It can take...

Discrimination in academia occurs when individuals are treated unfairly or unequally based on characteristics such as race, gender,...

ONE IN TEN FEMALE GRADUATE STUDENTS AT MAJOR RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES REPORT BEING SEXUALLY HARASSED BY A FACULTY MEMBER. [ source ] Sexual...

Academic grooming and coercion are forms of manipulation where individuals in positions of power exploit trust, authority, or dependence...

We've all been there. You go to your advisor with a great idea for your a class you want to design and teach, a research project, even a thesis. Your advisor questions you day in and day out. You "defend" your idea with examples from your rigorous prior literature review, data, and prior experience. Your advisor discourages you from doing your proposed idea, but you keep going, sure of its value. Next thing you know, your advisor announces their own version of your class, res

Retaliation occurs when students, faculty, or staff face punitive actions for reporting misconduct, filing complaints, or challenging...

Letters of recommendation are often seen as a gateway to academic and professional opportunities. Yet, their subjective nature can turn...

In today's education system, the notion of unhealthy academic practices has garnered increasing attention. Understanding the implications of these practices is essential for educators, parents, and students. Let's explore the common harmful practices in academia, their impact, and what can be done to address them.