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Scott McLemee describes a few of the ways Philippe Charlier's study of the dead, When Science Sheds Light on History: Forensic Science and Anthropology, illuminates the world of the living.

The story behind Lawrence Bacow's selection as president of Harvard University exemplifies the transformative power of higher education, writes Ted Mitchell.

Jarrod Morgan describes the creative ways stressed test takers violate the rules and the importance of ensuring academic integrity.

Their poorly defined roles have often contributed to academic and financial problems at major universities, argues Michael Bugeja.

A proposed new cap on federal student loan borrowing will severely impact students pursuing graduate and professional education, argues Christopher P. Chapman.

Jim Jump wonders if speed should really be a factor in reviewing applications.

How will colleges afford the price? John Thelin asks.

When our wordsmith in chief says community colleges should become more vocational, he may not mean what he thinks he means. But he does have a point, writes Ryan Craig.