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Forever Is a Long, Long Time
Colleges should rethink perpetual endowments that honor the donor but thwart good stewardship today, writes John Thelin.
Endowments Under Fire Again
House Republicans question endowment spending and executive compensation in what may signal another round of federal scrutiny over tax benefits flowing to wealthiest universities.
What $20M Can't Buy
Judge says Paul Smith's College didn't present compelling evidence that a name change was necessary -- even in return for a large gift.
Does Divestment Cost?
Opposing reports this year offer colleges and universities mixed views on financial impact of selling holdings in fossil fuels.
$20M to Change College Name
Paul Smith's College proposes to become Joan Weill-Paul Smith’s College in return for a substantial gift. Many students and alumni object.
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An Obscene Use of $400 Million
More people question the value of mega-gifts from wealthy individuals to wealthy universities that primarily serve wealthy students, and it's about time, writes Walter M. Kimbrough.
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We Should Applaud Harvard's Fund-Raising Success
The attacks on a $400 million gift show a misunderstanding of the nature of philanthropy, writes Sue Cunningham.
Does Harvard Need Your Money?
$400 million gift to the world's wealthiest university sets off a public backlash about the priorities of billionaire donors and their alma maters.