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The New McCarthyism
Jonathan Judaken describes what it's like to be attacked as anti-Israel by people who don't understand or don't want to understand your ideas and research.
Passing in the Classroom
Academics weigh in on the curious case of Rachel Dolezal, a white woman who allegedly passed as a black instructor of African-American studies for five years.
AAUP Censures 4 Institutions
Association's annual meeting on academic freedom issues features a debate on whether Steven Salaita's rights were violated and consensus that Wisconsin politicians are undermining their university system.
'University Ethics'
Author discusses new book in which he argues that institutions can hold themselves to higher levels of accountability and inclusivity.
Lingua Franca for Credentials
Lumina Foundation creates a group to develop a framework and common language for the growing number of credentials, which range from degrees to alternative forms like badges and industry certifications.
Going Off List
Should faculty members be concerned if administrators check references who were not supplied by job candidates?
Evolving Learning for the New Digital Era
“Evolving Learning for the New Digital Era” is the latest in our series of print-on-demand booklets. Articles focus on changing...
Flawed Evaluations
AAUP survey finds declining response rates on student reviews of professors, too many colleges that do little beyond student reviews, and concerns about bias against women, minorities and adjuncts. But association panel wants to improve system, not end it.