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What is tenure in education – and how to get it
What is tenure in education – and how to get it
For many scholars, permanent employment is the light at the end of a years-long tunnel. Here, Henry Reichman explains the US tenure system and why it is key to protecting academic freedom
Henry Reichman
California State University, East Bay