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Teaching Writing in a Generative AI World: a Compendium

Collecting up my recent writings on a complex topic.

A collection of the 13 book covers for the books discussed in the accompanying review.
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Fall Books Roundup

Scott McLemee looks ahead to forthcoming releases on higher ed, the culture wars and leadership.

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Singing the Presidency

R. Barbara Gitenstein describes the leadership skills she learned studying to be an opera singer that she's applied as a top administrator.

Pro-Palestinian protestors camp on the lawn outside Columbia University’s stately Butler Library this spring. Tents, sign and a Palestinian flag are all prominent in the photo.
Opinion

On Student Protests and Professors’ Intergenerational Responsibilities

Sharon Stein asks what professors owe young people in times of social and ecological breakdown.

Opinion

Identity Politics: A Doubled-Edged Sword

The pluses and minuses and continuing impact of identity politics.

Multiracial group of young people standing in circle and smiling at camera
Opinion

Four Reasons Institutions Should Focus on Holistic Well-Being

Beyond mental and physical health, supporting areas such as basic needs, academic, social and financial support can decrease student anxiety and stress as well as support positive outcomes overall, writes Bridget Yuhas of Butler University.

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25 Rules for Successful Research Professors

Richard Primack offers advice for how to be a happy, healthy and productive researcher year after year.