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'Locus of Authority'
New book from William Bowen and Eugene Tobin argues for more effective, nimble and collaborative approach to institutional decision-making, saying new models of shared governance are needed. Some of the authors' suggestions are sure to be controversial.
'The History of American Higher Education'
Author discusses his new book on the evolution of colleges and universities in the United States.
Opinion
Younger Than That Now
A new book reflects on generation gaps and how they get that way. Scott McLemee takes a look.
'Faculty Fathers'
New book seeks to shine light on the challenges dads face while trying to balance their home and work lives.
Gates Goes Open
New grant recipients of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be required to make their research and data open to the public.
The Use of Fair Use
At a U.S. House hearing, representatives for publishers and colleges argue over whether federal government should get involved in determining how institutions can use copyrighted works.
Opinion
Policing Sexuality
A recently discovered letter and a new book reveal a dark side of American law enforcement. Scott McLemee investigates.