Post <blockquote><blockquote>I disagree with the advice to be a shy mouse. Sure, don't be rude. But if you have intelligent things to say in department meetings, say them. Just don't spout off or say things which you can't persuasively argue for. </blockquote> As an AP, you cannot know which statements will be controversial. It could be something completely innocuous-seeming that the seniors had a brawl over before you got there. Let the seniors handle governance; focus on research and teaching until you get tenure.</blockquote>

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