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The Uncertain Future of Private Research Universities
The growing share of research costs covered by institutions risks making the private research university business model unsustainable, Robert A. Brown writes.
Fears Mount Over Detention of Academics Who Traveled to China
Several Chinese academics working overseas have disappeared or been detained on return to China as the country’s leaders expand national security laws.
The Existential Roots of College Students’ Emotional Distress
Understanding the deeper sources of student anxiety and depression.
A Rough Month for Campus Cuts
The end of the academic year brought announcements of job and program cuts at many institutions. Some colleges are eliminating dozens of jobs to reduce operating costs.
Rebuilding Trust in an Age of Scarcity
There is no such thing as “higher education” writ large anymore. It’s now about moving forward in an age of scarcity.
Projects Narrow Self-Efficacy Gaps for Women: Academic Minute
Supporting Students With Disabilities in Degree Attainment
Students with disabilities in higher education are less likely to graduate and land full-time employment after college, compared to their peers. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office highlights solutions colleges can take to better aid these learners.