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An Open Letter to the Athlete We Must Stop Recruiting
Becky Carlson explains why coaches will lose interest in some potential recruits for reasons having nothing to do with athletic skill.
Let Me Speak to the Manager!
Higher ed should redefine customer service, argues Yan Dominic Searcy, and craft policy with the public -- not the student -- most in mind.
Ethical College Admissions: Flawed Ways High Schools Boast About Students' Successes
Jim Jump cautions those who report or are influenced by "false positives."
Opinion
Absolute Beginners, With So Much at Stake
A terrifying illness reminded William Bradley that the work academics have done for decades can be tremendously difficult for students just starting out.
Opinion
“We Don’t Do That Here”
Jeff Vande Zande learned firsthand how the phrase can be the kiss of death to innovation, change and growth -- and then experienced the results of a very different approach.
Learning by Doing
Amy Rottman and Salena Rabidoux suggest three examples of effective online applied learning.
Books, Exposed
Scott McLemee highlights some of the new books coming out this fall and winter that are likely to be of general or topical appeal.
Humanities at the Airport
Christopher Schaberg explores what, if anything, academe can do about the distinct knots of negativity that airports have become known for.