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On the Eve of a Vote
Round-up of statements, charges and counter-charges as American Studies Association prepares to finish vote on whether to back boycott of Israeli universities.
Going Rogue
Swarthmore College's Hillel chapter says it won't adhere to guidelines barring it from cooperating with or hosting anti-Israel groups or speakers. In response, Hillel headquarters draws a hard line.
Transparency and Agents
At American International Recruitment Council annual conference, members discuss what should be required of universities and their overseas recruitment agents vis-á-vis transparency.
No Vacancies
Lack of housing for German university students points to larger concerns about paying for higher education in the country.
Making Nice
Using commission-based agents in international recruitment has gone from unmentionable to mainstream. At 5th annual conference, a group formed to bring standards to the practice reflects on where it has been and where it's going.
Big Win for Boycott Movement
Council of American Studies Association endorses plan to cut ties to Israeli universities and urges its members to vote for such a move.
'A New Status Quo'?
A British Council report on trends in Indian student mobility finds increased interest in Canada and Germany, declining interest in the U.S. and U.K., and rapid expansion of India's own higher education system.
Betting on Performance
Employees at an Australian university will vote this week on a proposal to tie their raises to the university's financial results, with a bonus pool possible.