The posts in this blog are overwhelmingly negative, yet there are some positive experiences and good people at Degree Farm. In spite of the ridiculous and disconnected management, many lecturers are able to put their frustration aside and deliver outstanding experience to students. The same lecturers are very friendly and make an effort to create as positive atmosphere to work in as possible. On many occasions people go to extra lengths to help and support their colleagues. They will go out for drinks together and enjoy each other's company. Some really good friendships are established. In short, there's a proper "community" spirit. Paradoxically, the terrible management may help some of us to come together - having the same complaints and ridiculousness to fight against each and every day brings people closer. Your Disgruntled Lecturer knows that whenever (s)he needs some help, someone to cover teaching, invigilate, moderate, feedback on research, etc., it's enough to ask and there will be a number of colleagues ready to help.
To add to that, working with students can be very rewarding. Yes, there are far too many "passengers", lazy students and those who's attitude can be summed up by "l pay, l demand to pass". But there are also bright sparks who are thirsty for knowledge and work hard and they go to succeed in life after the Degree Farm.
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