Filter & Sort
Journal Archive Opens Up (Some)
After a successful pilot, JSTOR is launching its Register & Read program, which lets anyone read up to three articles from 1,200 of its journals every two weeks in exchange for demographic information.
Opinion
Dog Days
Did Bo help get the president re-elected? Scott McLemee looks into the burgeoning literature on canine politics.
Do Veterans Graduate?
The U.S. Veterans Administration and the National Student Clearinghouse team up to track graduation rates.
'Against Fairness'
Philosopher discusses new book on why favoritism is better than fairness.
Educator or Historian?
American Historical Association highlights lack of pedagogical preparation in Ph.D. programs.
MLA Weighs In on CUNY
Delegates vote in favor of increased gun control and more information on adjunct working conditions, and against CUNY transfer system.
The MLA's Big (Digital) Tent
The MLA launches online network for scholars, and convention attendees see connections between growth of digital humanities and a more inclusive association.
Opinion
Why Students Gripe About Grades
Professors can change attitudes, but only by thinking about educational values, and not just grading policies, writes Cathy Davidson.