The Chair
At a major university, the first woman of color to take charge of an English department faces relentless pressure as the program struggles. Balancing expectations from above with conflicts among students and staff, she tries to steer the department through its tough season.
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Season 1
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E1
Brilliant Mistake
With the department facing budget cuts and low enrollment, Ji-Yoon vows to make some changes as chair while one professor struggles to keep it together.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m -
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E2
The Faculty Party
Tired of the lack of diversity in Pembroke's staff, Ji-Yoon makes a bold decision during a faculty soiree. A video from Bill's lecture causes a stir.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m -
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E3
The Town Hall
Bill hosts a town hall with the students that quickly takes a turn. Joan starts a fire. A dinner with the dean puts Ji-Yoon in an awkward position.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m -
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E4
Don't Kill Bill
Pressure mounts for Ji-Yoon to turn the department around after Bill's suspension. The hiring of a new professor undermines Yaz's chance at tenure.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m -
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E5
The Last Bus in Town
Ji-Yoon visits Pembroke's new lecturer as Bill joins in on a Korean tradition. The tenured professors band together, and Yaz receives an enticing offer.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m -
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E6
The Chair
As his hearing approaches, Bill's academic future comes into question. Ji-Yoon's revelation puts the board on the spot and shakes up the department.
Aug 20, 2021 · 30m