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Criminal justice enrollments, a calendar mystery, bonding over Cold War history and a question that brought me up short.
Myths Shape the Continuing ‘Crisis of the Humanities’
False dichotomies, oversimplifications and an ahistorical before-and-after framing are hallmarks of accounts of the humanities’ decline, Harvey J. Graff writes.
3 Questions for Coursera’s Scott Shireman and Hawaii Pacific University’s Mark Rosenbaum
On preparing students for in-demand careers.
Writing Effective Recommendations for Remote Students
Remote courses are as much a solution as they are a problem for letter writers, write Libi Sundermann, Jeremy Davis, Chris Lott and Emma Rose.
Yes, And …
Building on Tierney’s article about colleges and democracy.
Why Mental Health Conditions Require Accommodations
Anxiety, depression and ADHD are treatable conditions, but they have no current cure, and treatment often isn't sufficient.
‘Principled Neutrality’
University leaders should refrain from commenting on political matters to protect free speech and their institutions’ missions, Daniel Diermeier writes.
Traditional Models of Care Are Not Enough
Jody Donovan of Colorado State University explores how institutions can innovate to prioritize student mental health needs with an inclusive lens.