The Career Adjunct
The Career Adjunct will uncover the untold stories of academia's underclass. The show will explore the daily grind of adjuncting, hear inspiring journeys of those who left, and discover the resilience that defines career adjuncts. Each weekly half hour episode takes you on a thought-provoking journey through the multifaceted realm of adjuncting. The host, Iliana De Larkin, a seasoned educator and advocate for adjunct rights, will guide you through deep dives into various aspects of adjunct life.
The Career Adjunct
Frayed Edges: Mike Hilbig's Tale of Loss, Stress, and Exiting Adjunct Life
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Iliana De Larkin
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Season 1
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Episode 10
Tune in for a deeply moving episode as Iliana sits down with Mike Hilbig, a former adjunct who bravely shares his heart-wrenching journey. Mike opens up about enduring significant personal losses while navigating the challenging world of adjuncting, attempting to cobble together a living wage. In this candid conversation, he sheds light on the relentless stress, low wages, and the pervasive sense of disrespect that ultimately led him to make the difficult decision to step away from adjuncting. This episode explores the sacrifices made by adjuncts and the toll it takes on both their professional and personal lives.
ADJUNCT STORY SUBMISSIONS: Please email me at thecareeradjunct@gmail.com and put "Adjunct Story" in the title.
(I really appreciate stories that are broken up into paragraphs, that have punctuation, and are proof-read! Thank you!)
