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‘Weaponization of Plagiarism’ or Rigorous Standards Behind Provost’s Ouster?
Anonymous tips about inaccurate citations on the CV of Clayton State University’s first Black female provost led to her firing. Some observers believe the complaints were motivated by more than earnest concern for academic integrity.
Universities Oppose Federal Plan to Bolster Research Misconduct Oversight
The Office of Research Integrity is considering stronger regulations for institutional investigations of alleged research misconduct. Universities say it’s too prescriptive.
Sting Operation Fools a Proctoring Service—and Results in Blackmail Attempt
A staff member at a Florida college, posing as a student, hires a contract cheating firm to test the institution’s systems for preventing fraud. The outcome offers lessons for instructors and students as virtual learning expands.
Higher Ed Pay for Many Exceeds Inflation Rate
Despite getting raises this year, faculty and staff buying power is lower than it was before the pandemic.
House Committee Investigates UC Berkeley’s Antisemitism Response
Following a campus protest of an Israeli speaker that turned violent last month, the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce is investigating UC Berkeley.