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Frustrated Academics in Spain

New requirement to become individually accredited angers university instructors, who complain of paperwork and an erosion of academic values.
A photo illustration of the Israeli and Palestinian flags, with a rather grimy filter.

Israel Bars Boycotters

Scholars in the U.S. oppose new law barring foreign supporters of boycotts from entering Israel, a measure defended by the country's education minister as necessary to keep out those who wish the state ill.

Still Asking About Crime and Discipline

Common Application will keep questions some have urged it to drop, but says it will add more information and context to the process.
Opinion

Teaching Rape Culture

Helping students become familiar with the concept of rape culture provides an opportunity for them to recognize their own values and beliefs in action, writes Cat Pausé.

Dean Warns Against 'Politically Charged' Comments

The medical dean at the University of Ottawa has sent a memo suggesting that faculty not make "politically charged" comments...

Nuclear Meltdown and Thyroid Cancer in Children

Is there a link between the Fukushima nuclear meltdown and cancer? In today's Academic Minute, Chapman University's Alexander Bay explores...

3 Years Cost Less Than 4

NYU’s push to help students graduate in under four years leaves questions about who it helps and how much of a difference it can make at one of the country’s most expensive universities.

Lost Insurance for Adjuncts and Students

Key coverage requirements would disappear under Republican alternative to Obamacare, and academic medicine could take a hit as well.