French is spoken across nearly 30 countries, which makes a few phrases genuinely useful on the road. In this Talk the Talk guide, we gather 40 basic French expressions to help you handle everyday moments during a sabbatical or trip.
French is spoken across nearly 30 countries, which makes a few phrases genuinely useful on the road. In this Talk the Talk guide, we gather 40 basic French expressions to help you handle everyday moments during a sabbatical or trip.
While in New York, founder Nadege Conger met up with our newest spotlight member, Suzann-Viola Renninger. She arrived in the city with two goals, including progress on a book already underway, and shares how her time as a Columbia visiting scholar took shape.
Years in the same job can wear anyone down, sometimes to the point where the workday becomes a countdown to going home. This piece lays out ten reasons to take a sabbatical, paid or unpaid, and why stepping away can be worth it.
A sabbatical is one of academia’s real perks, a stretch of time to focus on personal and professional growth well outside the daily routine. But it takes planning. Here is what you need to know to make the most of your leave.
Founder Nadege Conger returned to the College Art Association conference in New York for a second time. With thanks to CAA’s Paul Skiff for the work behind the event, she shares what the gathering offered and who she was glad to meet.
Michael Stromme found trustworthy tenants for his home while living abroad, turning his place into a sabbatical home for others. A social entrepreneur based in Uganda, he works with a range of charitable organizations, and he shares how it all fits together.
Many pet owners will tell you the hardest part of a long trip is leaving a furry friend behind. Planning a sabbatical or research trip with pets can be tricky, so we gathered guidance to help you keep your animals close and cared for.
We welcome guest blogger John Woods, a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and a recognized author, who brings real expertise to the page. He shares five simple hacks to make traveling with your dog on sabbatical smoother for everyone.
UK member Pamela Carsaniga spent a year in a Sydney home while that household lived in her place in London, her first home exchange. She shares the delightful moments and the practical lessons, with tips to help others make an exchange work.
Founder Nadege Conger never misses a chance to meet members and make a new friend. On a recent trip to Montreal, she sat down over tea for a conversation that reminded her how much these connections mean.