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Academic Publishers Threatened By Open-Access Expansion
Critics say a directive to make federally funded research immediately free to the public could violate authors’ copyrights. It could also disrupt the $19 billion academic publishing industry.
‘In Pursuit’: The Power of Epistemic Humility
Elizabeth H. Bradley and Jonathon S. Kahn ask if the breakdown of dialogue on campus is in part a reflection of how we teach.
How States Are Working to Narrow FAFSA Completion Gaps
Nationally, completed applications from high school seniors are down by about 9.5 percent. A federal funding boost has helped some states over the summer—but only so much.
Can Professors Get STEM Students to Vote?
STEM students vote at lower rates than college students over all. Experts say that connecting their course material to what’s on the ballot can help.
Success Program Launch: Talent Pipeline for Black Engineering, Comp Sci Students
A new scholarship initiative at Howard University and Prairie View A&M provides guaranteed job placement for participants.
‘Red Wedding’: Storied Stanford Creative Writing Program Laying Off Lecturers
The university says creative writing faculty recommended returning its Jones Lectureships to their “original intent” as short-term teaching appointments for talented writers. A lecturer of 20 years said he thinks there’s a “peasants and lords issue” in the program.
New Sweet Briar Policy Bars Transgender Students
The Virginia women’s college made the change to comport with its founding documents, creating a stricter gender admissions policy than many of its peers.
Student Wellness Tip: Add Syllabus Policy on Mental Health Days
College students want their professors to have formal policies on mental health days. Here are some examples of syllabus language faculty members can use.