Filter & Sort
Surviving in a Small Department
Matthew J. Wright describes some of the challenges as well as the benefits.
Bridging Disciplinary Divides
Brian R. Clack, a philosophy professor, and Beth O’Shea, a geology professor, share lessons they discovered firsthand about the transformative power of an immersive, team-taught course.
The Effective Presidents Emeriti
It’s all about clearly defining the role and avoiding being underfoot, writes Steven Bahls.
Navigating the Hidden Curriculum: Part I
Aurora Washington and Rebekah Layton advise students from historically excluded groups on the benefits of networking, mentoring up and career planning.
A Walk in the Canyon
Campus leaders need to connect authentically with the students and others whom they serve and become grounded in their situations, writes James T. Harris.
Evaluating Faculty’s Multifaceted Work
More than ever, higher ed needs a new approach to assessing what faculty do, writes Salvatore J. Catanzaro, who proposes an integrated teacher-scholar model.
Fostering Students’ Intercultural Competence
Shakil Rabbi describes how an innovative class helped diverse students from various countries and backgrounds navigate cultural differences.
The Time Is Now
Speaking publicly about issues central to free speech and higher ed autonomy is every college president’s responsibility, writes R. Barbara Gitenstein. The future of higher ed, and thus democracy, is at stake.