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Cover of The Real Work by Adam Gopnik

Learning ‘The Real Work’

How Adam Gopnik’s new book helped me think about the work of universities.

Guest Post: Our Grading System Gets an F

What if the F doesn’t mean what we think it means? David Eubanks unpacks what it means when a student “fails.”

Friday Fragments

TB is ready to launch, the College Scorecard is updated and HyFlex is surprising.

A photo of two pairs of scissors, one closed and one open, ready to cut.

Navigating a Program Closure

With cuts to academic programs continuing apace, Amy Kristof-Brown offers lessons learned from closing an M.B.A. program.

A group of women students speaking on a panel at Manhattan College.

Why Peer Mentors Are Crucial for Women in STEM

Women pursuing STEM fields feel more confident and supported when they make connections to peers. Physics major Rebecca Coglianese shares what has worked for her.

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Lessons for Becoming a Public Scholar 

Academics can help address important public issues of concern in creative and meaningful ways, writes Harvey J. Graff, who offers recommendations for how to do so.