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Racial Gaps in Belief That College Is Necessary
A new poll of Californians by the Public Policy Institute of California reveals significant racial gaps in how people in...
Biofuels
Is there a biofuel alternative on the way? In today's Academic Minute, the University of California, Santa Barbara's Michelle O’Malley...
‘The Doha Experiment’
New book by a former professor looks at the tensions and struggles behind what author describes as Georgetown’s “bold, important and interesting” experiment to bring American liberal education to Qatar.
Peer Review by Whom?
Rand Paul wants to add two people to every federal peer-review panel evaluating research proposals, charged with looking for value to taxpayers. Science advocates say idea would politicize federal funding of research.
Faculty Balk at Westminster Layoff Notices
An international buyer intends to employ faculty and staff in the future, but Rider issued the layoff notices in case the deal falls through.
Strategic Silence
Oberlin will no longer notify students about hateful fliers if there’s not an immediate threat. The college doesn’t want to amplify provocateurs, but some students worry silence sends the wrong message.
Let's Make a Deal
University of Oregon officials offer to pardon students who drowned out the president's speech last month if they meet with administrators.
Achieving the Dream’s New ‘Leader’ Colleges
Eight community colleges in the Achieving the Dream network received the Leader College designation Wednesday. The status is awarded to...