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The Rise of the Social Sciences
New book uses some unusual data sets to trace disciplinary shifts over a century -- and around the entire world.
Science: Lost in Space
Three scientists who criticized NASA for moving funding away from research will no longer be offering their advice.
Regulatory Activism?
Education Dept. plan for rule making to examine commission's ideas suggests accreditation as particular target for changes.
Paying for Diversity
Wisconsin-La Crosse unveils controversial plan to raise tuition to pay for outreach to low-income and minority students.
Gripes About Grants
Commenting on U.S. rules for 2 new student aid programs, college groups cite several major flaws.
New Ideas for Ph.D. Education
State officials hear about -- and encourage -- non-residency programs and efforts that combine faculties at two universities.