Social Media for Academics
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Start a Podcast with Your Friend, Two Therapists Nerd Out
Dr. Zori Paul and Natalie Jeung started a podcast about their geeky passions and mental health. What’s it like to start a podcast with your friend? An academic interview with…
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Academic Entrepreneurship with Toyin Alli, PhD
More full-time academics have a business or side-hustle than I ever realized when I was in grad school. Dr. Toyin Alli helps faculty entrepreneurs make it work semester-round. Dr. Toyin…
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Be a Visible Expert with Dr Lily Rosewater of Pitch Science
Science communicator and website designer, Dr. Lily Rosewater, shares why you should have more visibility as a researcher. Dr Lily Rosewater designs websites, brand assets, and has a service for…
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What do you dream about for your online presence, academics?
Hopes and dreams are something you may have for your research, academics. But what about your online presence? Jennifer van Alstyne has advice for you. Let’s talk about dreams for…
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Photography, Hair, and Makeup: Visual Branding for Academics with Melissa McClure and Amanda Thorne
This interview is about photography, hair, makeup, and styling for a photo shoot. It can feel scary. When you have a photographer you feel comfortable with, it makes a world…
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When You Need An Online Presence Quick
When you need enhance your online presence quickly, academics should focus on updating your bio, profiles, and might consider professional support.
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Promoting Your Book Online for Academics Workshop – Free Course
On April 12, 2025, join Dr. Sheena Howard and Jennifer van Alstyne for a workshop on how to share your academic book and research effectively online. Are you open to…
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Faculty Profile vs. LinkedIn Profile for Academics
When’s the last time you updated your faculty profile? Jennifer van Alstyne discusses tips for your professor or researcher profile, and why you may want a LinkedIn profile for academic…
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Social Media for Academics in 2025
13 thoughts on social media for faculty, researchers, and graduate students from Jennifer van Alstyne for The Social Academic. Resources to help with your social media presence as an academic…
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Tips for Academics Attending and Presenting at Conferences
Enhance your online presence before, during, and after your academic presentation or speaking engagement. Ideas for engaging with people on social media and in person networking for professors and academics.
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Attending A Virtual Event, Academics?
Are you presenting at a virtual conference or event? Academics, here’s how your online presence can support people at your virtual presentations. Invite opportunities, foster meaningful connections, and share your…
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Personal Academic Websites and Online Presence, A Live Q and A
Jennifer van Alstyne highlights the importance of building an online presence for academics, emphasizing personalized strategies for websites and social media. Confidence, connecting with others, and overcoming imposter syndrome are…
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Speaking Out on Social Media with Dr. Monica Cox, Author of Never Defeated
What ways are you being silenced? Dr. Monica Cox calls for allies and accomplices to take a stand. Stop playing diversity. Speak up. Speak out. Be you. Introducing Dr. Monica…
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Your LinkedIn Profile for Professors and Academics
LinkedIn is a valuable platform for academics beyond job searching. It offers networking opportunities with colleagues, collaborators, research funders, and policymakers. A detailed profile and personalized connections enhance its effectiveness.…
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Dr. Carlotta Berry on Diversity in STEM and Online Presence
Carlotta Berry, PhD a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Robotics and owner of NoireSTEMinist, is dedicated to diversifying STEM through her Black STEM romance novels and extensive online…
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Sharing Your Book On Social Media for Professors
Jennifer van Alstyne talks strategies for academic authors to effectively share their books on social media. You can increase visibility for your book or monograph online with social media for…
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7 Lessons for Academics Who Want to Use Social Media
What can academics learn about social media from reality TV? Jennifer talks about the new season of The Circle Netflix, sharing 7 tips to inspire professors for the new year.
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LinkedIn for PhDs with Dr. Gertrude Nonterah of The Bold PhD
How can PhDs use LinkedIn to invite opportunity for themselves? Dr. Gertrude Nonterah is a LinkedIn expert. Learn how opening up about her struggle to find a job with a…
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How to Get Media Attention For Your Research With Dr. Sheena Howard
How can academics get publicity and media attention for their work? Plus, what to charge for speaking engagements. Meet Dr. Sheena Howard.
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What Are Informational Interviews? With Jennifer Polk, PhD
Informational interviews can help you get from PhD to Life. Meet career coach Dr. Jen Polk who joins me to talk about info interviews and networking.
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Successes and Setbacks of Social Media Cheyenne Seymour, EdD
Cheyenne Seymour, EdD joins me to talk about her book Successes and Setbacks of Social Media: Impact on Academic Life.
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7 LinkedIn Profile Tips for Graduate Students
LinkedIn is the best social media platform for graduate students. Get my top 8 tips for your LinkedIn profile!
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Academic YouTubers Talk About Getting Started on YouTube
Susan Heavey, Franziska Sattler, Nichole Lewis, and Erika Romero join me for a featured interview about starting the Academic YouTubers community.
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What Is Social Media Engagement for Academics? Likes, Shares, and Comments
Like, comment, and share: what’s the best way to engage on social media? Discover 9 ways to interact with posts online.
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Alexandra Mihai Talks Teaching with Social Media
Alexandra Mihai, PhD joins me to talk about how to use social media in your teaching. Social media can be a great tool for learning. There are some things to…
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How to Update Your Social Media Profile for Academics in 10 Steps
You should update your social media profiles 1-2x per year. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help.
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LinkedIn for Grad Students with Sammie Walker Herrera
LinkedIn is awesome for grad students. It’s a great way to manage your online presence and network. It’s important when job searching. Join me for this live conversation with Sammie…
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Is Social Media Consuming Your Life? Let’s Talk About Digital Wellbeing
Do you feel like social media is consuming your life? Hear from academics like you. And, get tips to spend less time on social media.
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What are Social Media Stories? Sharing Stories on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube
Social media stories are a limited time 24-hour social media post, and they’re a great way to connect with your audience.
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Writer Steven Dunn Talks Facebook and Community
Novelist Steven Dunn joins me to talk about writing, Facebook, and being yourself online: “Facebook is my playtime.”