by Ivy Kyei-Poku | Mar 3, 2026 | Academic Career Navigation
I still remember the feeling. I had the PhD, the freshly printed business cards, and a new office with my name on the door. After years of grinding through my dissertation, I had finally arrived. I was officially an Assistant Professor. I thought I had the map,...
by Ivy Kyei-Poku | Feb 24, 2026 | Academic Career Navigation
Are you living the academic career you designed, or the one that just… happened? For years, I operated on the academic treadmill, chasing the next publication, the next grant, the next course evaluation score. I was doing all the “right” things, but...
by Ivy Kyei-Poku | Feb 3, 2026 | Academic Career Navigation
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I earned my tenure-track position at a fantastic university in my 30s, and while I am incredibly proud of my journey, I often wonder: could I have gotten here sooner? The answer, I believe, is a resounding yes. The path to a...
by Ivy Kyei-Poku | Nov 25, 2025 | Academic Career Navigation
We’ve all been there. A decision comes down from leadership that you fundamentally disagree with. It might be a new policy, a restructured workflow, or a change to how you’re expected to do your job. The immediate feeling is often a mix of frustration,...
by Ivy Kyei-Poku | May 16, 2025 | Academic Career Navigation
Photo by Asia Culture Center on Pexels.com Welcome back to Brilliantly Ivy, your online destination for navigating the academic landscape with purpose and style! As the current research and conference season kicks into high gear, many of us in the Canadian and US...
by Ivy Kyei-Poku | Mar 28, 2025 | Academic Career Navigation
The path to securing a tenure-track position can feel daunting, but with the right strategies and insights, you can navigate this competitive landscape successfully. As someone who has successfully secured a tenure-track position and mentored graduate students, I’m...
