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Whistle-Blowing

Scott McLemee reviews the timely Whistleblowers: Honesty in America From Washington to Trump by Allison Stanger.

‘College Made Whole’

Professor argues against "unbundling" and for coherence in education.
Opinion

Asking the Editors: Part 3

Junior Prof asks two seasoned editors about what role social media plays in promoting a book, whether concerns about institutional prestige are valid and how to avoid being dropped by a university press.

‘What’s the Point of College?’

Johann Neem discusses his new book about the need to affirm -- and strengthen -- the liberal arts at a time when reformers are doubting their value and that of higher education.
Opinion

Primary Sources

Scott McLemee takes a sneak peek at some upcoming university press titles that are pertinent to the 2020 presidential contest.

OER Embraced

As California's community colleges implement degree pathways with no textbook costs, what -- if anything -- can be gleaned from their data?
Opinion

Asking the Editors: Part 2

Junior Prof continues their conversation with two leading university press editors who offer specific advice on networking and meeting with editors.

‘Moving Up Without Losing Your Way’

Author discusses her new book about the costs of social mobility in higher education.