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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.
Stackable and Alternative Credentials Go Mainstream: Key Podcast
This week’s episode of The Key, Inside Higher Ed’s news and analysis podcast, explores whether the emergence of shorter-term and...
Student Wellness Tip: Creating Space for Pets on Campus
To help ease homesickness, some colleges have adopted pet-friendly policies for students living on- and off-campus.
Property Rights Retreat and China’s Economy: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Kishore Gawande, Fred H. Moore Centennial Professor of International Management at the University of Texas...
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.
Vending Machines Replace Cafeteria at Community College
Vending machines are now the only on-campus food option at Nassau Community College, CBS New York reported. Students say they...
Justice Department Settles With Larry Nassar Victims for $139M
The U.S. Justice Department will pay out $138.7 million to settle claims brought by 139 victims of former Team USA...
Barnard Eases Suspensions for Protesting Students
Barnard College has agreed to lift the interim suspensions of some students who violated its rules by participating in a...