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Making Faculty Identities Visible, for Students’ Sake
A new study finds that students are missing out on opportunities to see key parts of themselves—concealable stigmatized identities, such as learning differences or mental health issues—represented in their science instructors. The work builds on research on the importance of role models.
LSU Shreveport Seeks to Fire Tenured Environmental Advocate
The university says Brian Salvatore, who’s made accusations against multiple fellow faculty members, has created a “toxic” work environment.
Understanding Disparities in Financial Security
A new report analyzes how race, ethnicity and gender impact the financial stability of college students.
Ep. 111: Stackable and Alternative Credentials Go Mainstream
This week’s episode of The Key explores whether the emergence of shorter-term and alternative credentials pose a threat—or offer salvation—to traditional colleges and universities.
‘Culture of Anxiety’ in the Workplace: Academic Minute
Communication on Growth Mindset Can Benefit Student Achievement
New research from Washington State University finds first-generation students perform better after receiving encouraging messages from their instructor on strategies for improvement.
U.S. Lawmakers Take Aim at Another University President
As Columbia’s Minouche Shafik works to calm tensions on her campus, House Republicans representing New York and others say she needs to go.