Denise K. Magner
Senior Editor, Advice & Careers
The Chronicle of Higher Education
202-466-1065
Denise K. Magner joined The Chronicle in 1988 as a reporter and was editor of its Faculty section until 2002, when she became editor of the career-advice columns for academics and administrators.
Stories by this Author
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Your CareerHow to Find a Natural Style on the Page
Dos and don’ts for making the most of first-person writing, and steering clear of its traps. -
Your Career
How We Wrestle With (and Avoid) the Retirement Decision
The one thing you can’t do is say: “Bob, I’m sensing that the thrill is gone. Certainly your student evaluations suggest as much. Isn’t it time for you to retire?” -
Your Career
Moving in After Moving Up
What to consider in setting up your physical and digital space in a new leadership position. -
Your Career
Is Multitasking Doing More Harm Than Good for Your Work Life?
You pay a price, in productivity, for all that juggling of research, teaching, and service. -
Your Career
How Small Actions Can Spark Big Changes
A department head’s locus of authority is more far-reaching than many people in the job seem to realize. -
Your Career
How to Plan a Fruitful, Yet Realistic, Summer Writing Schedule
For academics, no season is looked back on with as much regret as the unproductive summer. -
Your Career
This Summer, Rethink Your Writing Assignments
New genres of writing tasks could inspire your students to write, rather than turning to AI. -
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Your Career
How to teach neurodivergent students
It’s easier than you think to make your classroom accessible -
Your Career
How to Cope With a Fast-Paced Candidates’ Market
Colleges continue to face stiff competition to fill staff and administrative positions across higher ed.
