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SMU (Southern Methodist University)

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2.0
Sep 6, 2022
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Pros

Benefits are okay, but have gotten worse in the past few years. Some colleagues are good to work with.

Cons

Limited room for growth. No pay increases to match inflation, only small one-time merit bonuses. Focused purely on profit neglecting the health of staff. The mighty dollar above all else. If you think working in this university is somehow better than corporate America, think again. This university is run like a corporation circa 1980. No wonder there is such high staff turnover.

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5.0
Jul 13, 2026
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Pros

Great colleagues to work with!

Cons

No flexible work arrangements. And pay can always be higher.

4.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Like the work I do and the people I work with. Activity fluctuates along the typical school calendar with the summer being slower.

Cons

You are expected to jump into change without asking questions. Even when a reason/justification on why or how you are doing something is met with a tone of "I don't care, Do what I said". Direct supervisor and colleagues are great and have your back. Many staff positions don't have a way to move up the career ladder.

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