Molly Willett
@mwillett
Molly Willett
@mwillett
As a dutiful member of a fairly soft generation of hyperconnected internet guinea pigs, I've had a fairly up and down history with the assorted feelings of malaise.
This post is for you, the independent scholar.
It’s for those who are building knowledge, crafting insights, and contributing to the intellectual landscape without the safety net of a university providing resources, community, and brand to back you up.
You face a distinct set of challenges and opportunities when it comes to outreach and impact, so
... See moreThese days, if you say you work in research, most people assume you work in academia. But it’s sort of odd that we assume you need someone’s permission to do research. There’s no reason that universities need to be the gatekeepers of exploring and developing new ideas.