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The Higher Ed Austerity Deal Is Falling Apart
Christopher Newfield sees signs of unrest in what has been a political consensus that has seen the erosion of support for public higher education.
An Intimate Education
The Great Books can be relevant and life-changing for classes of low-income students and for those fortunate to teach them, writes Tamara Mann.
Have MOOCs Helped or Hurt?
Randy Best writes that, despite all the hype, the massive course trend may be more faddish than influential.
Itinerant Humanities
James Joyce's travels may offer a model for disciplines that feel under siege, writes Agata Szczeszak-Brewer.
Hall of Shame
The retraction of papers is an embarrassing thing, usually done as quietly as possible -- but not if Retraction Watch can help it. Scott McLemee brings the noise.
Sharing Her Story
Helen Drinan explains how and why, as a college president, she shared detailed reports with her campus about her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
The Biggest Man on Campus
The University of Michigan’s forced hand in negotiating with its new football coach is the latest evidence that presidents are not in charge of big-time college sports, Bob Malekoff writes.
Classify With Care
As the Carnegie Classifications are revised in their new home, it's important to remember the importance of simplicity and clarity, writes Philip G. Altbach.