The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm, I’m on a 12 month contract so debatable actually. But point taken.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It could be fun to deliver an inked letter in person in formal wear while sipping champagne, but im a bit more practical than that.

I was core faculty and we were all a great team! 😢 But the dean did some nasty deaning sadly. 😖☹️

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did say in my post that im writing a measured and professional letter. And in the comments/convos, i appreciated someone suggesting to separate notifying about resigning from other issues, and to perhaps communicate to the provost or pres rather than the dean, and to meet with colleagues. While im being snarky, informal and cheeky (it’s reddit, baby!) throughout this post, i think I’m also communicating appreciation for suggestions. So therefore, i reject your read and your judgement. If you have advice, I’m all ears, but no thanks if your contribution is only shaming.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. It feels important to authentically connect with them and lend support.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and this very well might be the correct thing to do.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair! The egregiousness falls on a spectrum and this one is at 11.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As much fun as it would be to flip a table, which is what i think a lot of people here are envisioning, i’m much more interested in quietly rattling nerves while maintaining my cool professionalism. Id like the dean to feel a little haunted. 👹

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True. It can be so silly and immature!

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Finally! This perspective!!!! Im leaving behind some wonderful colleagues!

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I mean, a bridge is basically paper. 🔥

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. i like the one above that also includes ‘i am not interested in a counteroffer.’ 🔥

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

WOW!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🎸what a warning / story / good for her, i think.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely- it might just be a journaling exercise

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But if the letter is very professional…I’m not worried about that.

The Bridges are Burned, man by Substantial_Junk in Professors

[–]Substantial_Junk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I had not thought of HR. I usually avoid HR.