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The 20th Century University Is Obsolete

The Rev. John P. Minogue surveys the shifts in higher education, and sees more change ahead.

'Why Are We Even Here For?'

As a teacher of writing and literature at Salem State College, I hear a lot of stories. My students, although...

Stretching the Definition of Academic Freedom

Just because professors disagree with a policy doesn't mean it violates fundamental rights, writes John Friedl.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

After 3 seasons of eloquence and bloodshed, "Deadwood" has come to an end. Scott McLemee looks off into the sunset.

Grading Francisco

Forcing himself to assign a letter to a student makes Terry Caesar think about all the implications of grading.

Reading Flaubert and More in Belize

Fleur LaDouleur learned some unusual lessons on her summer vacation.

Sharing Ambivalence

When Robert M. Eisinger listens to his students, he thinks their problems amount to more than the cynicism pundits attribute to their generation -- and he worries.

Going Solo

When her computer dies, Amy Wink rethinks the writing process.