Articles & Advice Contributors - Xavier Royer
Xavier Royer
I am currently a full time instructor at a William Penn University, a small private university in Iowa. I am the lone political science faculty member there. In my time teaching, I have already connected with an incredible cohort of students in ways I could never have expected. Partnering with SAGE will allow me the opportunity to help even more students across the globe navigate those tricky questions. When I am not on campus or writing for SAGE, I can be found playing golf or watching college basketball.Articles By Xavier Royer
Getting Started with Research
This article will provide some tips for researching that should help students get off on the right foot with their paper writing.
Giving a Darn About Prioritization
This article stresses the importance of being proactive about priorities.
Handling the Holidays
The holiday season offers students a much-needed extended break from their studies and represents, for many, an opportunity to return home. Relative to high school, however, the holiday season requires much more effort for college students to be able to manage.
Hidden Curriculum : No One Cares
You will certainly look at some of your choices and habits during your time on campus and laugh in the future. But, truly, no one cares.
Hidden Curriculum: The Chip on your Shoulder
When we talk about having a chip on our shoulder, it is usually in reference to overcoming some obstacle to change the impression we perceive people have about us.
Important Information to Have Access To
This article will guide students as to what information they should have memorized or have easy access to at all times.
Instructors are Human
The purpose of this article is to let students in on a little secret: more often than not, the whole "treating students like adults" is actually just something we say to justify our classroom policies.
Interacting with Instructors
This article will provide some quick ground rules for interacting with instructors and other faculty
Interpreting Expectations - Hidden Curriculum
Managing and discussing expectations is a skill that extends outside of the classroom. Unlocking the ability to have these conversations effectively can lead to less stress and more success.
Is Political Science, International Studies, or International Relations Right for You?
This article will articulate what I think makes a good Political Science or International Studies/Relations student.