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Winning the Wrong Contest?
Study finds that women in political science are likelier than men to be honored for teaching. But does this help them get ahead?

#FergusonSyllabus
At annual meeting, historians discuss ways to engage students on protests in Ferguson, Mo., and elsewhere.

Online, Size Doesn't Matter
Adding students to sections has no impact on outcomes, according to a large national study.

'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.

Pop History
From Little House on the Prairie to comics to flappers, historians at annual meeting discuss the pleasures and pitfalls of teaching popular history.

Historians Skirt Anti-Israel Votes
At business meeting of American Historical Association, members refuse to consider last-minute proposals to condemn Israel's treatment of Palestinians.

Big Union Win
NLRB ruling could clear way for more collective bargaining -- of adjuncts and other faculty members -- at private colleges and universities.

Econ Jobs Are Up
Discipline bounces back with a 9.4% increase in openings -- continuing a trend of better news for social science Ph.D.s than for humanities Ph.D.s.
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