Session Abstract

Much has been written about the changing dynamics of the 21st academy. This news has inspired dispair and hand-wringing in many; but for some young scholars, it has inspired a great deal of flexibility. From embracing the changing nature of digital learning to conducting a network of online and physical jobs, a new generation of scholars has excelled in their ability to piece together impressive incomes among a variety of institutions, free-lance writing, royalties, tutoring, digital performance, youtube advertising, and other sources of work. This roundtable will introduce themes of alternative incomes and allow audience members to inquire about getting involved with local communities so that we can make the most out of our educations even as tenure-track jobs continue to remain elusive. A PhD in History is still a valuable thing. This panel will show audience members how to make graduate degress in History pay for living costs, research trips, and even student loans and retirement. Among its presenters are representatives from podcasting, online teaching, adjuncting, secondary education, and online publication.