Tag Archives: Work

When I found my teaching spark: A Sufi-like exchange with Hacivad Bey on the work of teaching

Posted on December 5, 2012 by lizcameron

  Today’s writing prompt from Blogher’s December’s NaBloPoMo is: Do you enjoy teaching others? Talk about a time you taught someone how to do something.   Well, as soon as I read that, Hacivad Bey appeared on my shoulder, ready for … Continue reading →

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Babane, Anane & Kaynana make jam: A lesson in leading, following and collaborating

Posted on December 4, 2012 by lizcameron

This month, I am reflecting on work as part of the Blogher NaBloPoMo challenge. And I sure have a lot to say on the topic when it comes to my job at the University. But if I really think about … Continue reading →

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Take your kaynana to work day: A Turkish mother-in-law’s observations of an academic

Posted on December 3, 2012 by lizcameron

Yesterday, I wrote about my Turkish mother-in-law (kaynana) – or rather – my phantom mother-in-law, as she passed away before I had the honor of meeting her.  During the time I have been with M., I have gleaned bits and … Continue reading →

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