![]() ![]() But, at the same institution where Dixon writes about the humanities, he attempts to violate the humanity of Margaret by sexually assaulting her in his drunken stupor. The university has an official feeling that makes tenure feel like personal accomplishment. The question on the table is about validation. Many of these people struggle with their identity while projecting confidence. Is he the only flawed person on the faculty? Hardly. Dixon is a man with many flaws who makes mistakes constantly, which stands at odds with his desire to have tenure, but as he approaches tenure, he comments more and more on hypocrisy. ![]() This novel satirizes elements of academia that are arguably still problems in many institutions, but none come through quite as clearly as the competitive nature of tenure at a university. Written by people who wish to remain anonymous We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. ![]()
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