Tony Connor - 'My Life'

The speaker shares their journey from being expelled from school at 14 to becoming a professor at Wesleyan University. They discuss their early career in textile design, a stint in television, and eventual transition to teaching and writing. The speaker reflects on their varied experiences outside academia, emphasizing how these have enriched their teaching. They critique the insular nature of academia, noting that many academics lack real-world experience.

What was the speaker's initial career after being expelled from school?

• A television presenter

• A teacher

• A textile designer

• A writer

What did the speaker do alongside teaching textile design?

• Worked for a television channel

• Participated in local theater

• Worked in a local library

• Ran a small business

At what age did the speaker decide to attend university?

• 24

• 40

• 30

• 34

Which American college invited the speaker as a writer in residence?

• Yale University

• Princeton University

• Amherst College

• Harvard University

What does the speaker believe contributes to his teaching abilities?

• His academic achievements

• His varied experiences outside academia

• His family's support

• His television career