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The Skinny on Recommendation Letters
The role they play in evaluations for graduate school admissions, fellowships and jobs can be baffling, writes Michael L. Satlow, who says he looks for three key things when he reads them.
Words and Intentions for 2022
The writers at “University of Venus” share their visions for 2022.
Inside Higher Ed Acquired by Times Higher Education
Our editors Scott Jaschik and Doug Lederman explain how this combination of publishing companies will improve global coverage of postsecondary education and better serve the higher ed community.
Ethical College Admissions: 3 Issues
Jim Jump has some worries about ethics as he surveys the admissions landscape.
All In? Or Just Some?
Carol Geary Schneider writes of civic learning, the equity shortfall and colleges’ role in nurturing the habits of mind and heart and practical problem solving our troubled democracy so urgently needs.
Cultivate Serendipity by Getting Involved in 2022
Chris Smith provides advice on how to take advantage of the unexpected opportunities you’ll surely encounter to enhance your professional life and career.
When Articles Collide
Two views on enrollment trends, and one common denominator.
3 Questions for Former Professor and Digital Learning Strategist Scott Moore
Academic life after tenure and outside academia.