Nationally, about 2 percent of tenured faculty are dismissed in a typical year. If it is difficult --- purposely difficult --- to fire a tenured professor, it's also very hard to become one. The probationary period averages three years for community colleges and seven years at four-year colleges.
Learn about the breed. The Russian Blue is a type of purebred or pedigree cat. The origins of the breed are unknown, but it is believed they originated in the Archangel Islands in North Russia. The weather there is extremely harsh in winter, which is why the Russian Blue developed such a thick, plush coat for insulation.
1 The Russian Blue is a genetically healthy breed, with an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years. 2  These kitties do have a tendency to overeat, so itâs very important to feed measured, portion-controlled meals to avoid obesity and weight-related disease.