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A nighttime scene of a large mass of students attending a pro-Palestinian rally on Columbia University's campus, with Butler Library lit up in the background.
A nighttime scene of a large mass of students attending a pro-Palestinian rally on Columbia University's campus, with Butler Library lit up in the background.

Higher Ed on the Hot Seat (Again)

April 17, 2024

Columbia’s president has a chance to tell a different story during today’s Congressional hearing on antisemitism, Teresa Valerio Parrot and Erin A. Hennessy write.

Silouhette of figure pushing a bright red clock up a dark arrow that is pointing downward
Silouhette of figure pushing a bright red clock up a dark arrow that is pointing downward

The Pros and Cons of Long-Serving Leaders

December 14, 2023

Beyond the positive impact they can have on institutions, they must also guard against less considered challenges that come with decades of service, writes Erin Hennessy.

Man holding briefcase looks through open door to blue sky and white clouds
Man holding briefcase looks through open door to blue sky and white clouds

When We Say Goodbye

April 14, 2023

We concentrate time and energy on announcing new presidents yet rarely talk about how to position leaders for a graceful exit, writes Erin Hennessy.

Bracing for a Fall

June 30, 2020