Risks and Safety for Public Scholarship

Public scholarship is more important than ever as universities seek to demonstrate the value of their ongoing research. Being a public scholar can not only benefit your institution but also be personally meaningful. It can help scholars make their work more visible, participate in crucial conversations, and perhaps even contribute to policy change. However, what appeared to be innocent op-ed, can at times provoke public criticism, or another backlash. A panel of experts will discuss the joys and risks of engaging in public scholarship while also addressing how to keep yourself safe.