GAMES : Tenure Track (2025 SAGA Anvil Finalist)

Tenure Track Sell Sheet

Tenure Track Rule Book v11.21

Discussions on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) have highlighted the variety of expectations individuals have regarding educational systems and structures. As a first-generation scholar, it was difficult for me to anticipate what it would be like at a university, and, the ‘rules’ associated with the scientific community.

As part of my McCalla Professorship, I am developing a game Tenure Track that will allow individuals from non-academic backgrounds to simulate the role of a scientist both conducting and publishing scientific research. Concepts taught in the game will include hypothesis testing, peer review, and conference networking.

I hope Tenure Track will illuminate the hidden processes associated with scholarship, better prepare first-generation students and scholars for academic life, promote scientific literacy in a fun and engaging way.