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Tackling the STEM Skills Gap in 3 Weeks

If we stand a chance of catching up to the rapid advancement of technology, it’s time to speed up the skills development of today’s students, write Justin Shaffer, John Spear, Kalen L. Rasmussen and Patrick H. Thieringer.

Seeing What’s Possible

Norway: What happens when you try to educate everyone.

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Regional Comprehensive Universities: Separate and Unequal

The gaps in resources between flagships and regional comprehensive universities raise serious equity concerns and are at odds with commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion, Doug Eskew writes.

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Helping Students Deal With Disasters

Even though we’re on the front lines, faculty members often don’t know how to respond, writes Betty S. Lai.

Stepping Away

Time for a reset, and a big thank-you to my wise and worldly readers.

Dealing With Graduate School Rejections

Applicants and programs need to improve rejection letters and how they are handled.

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Selective Admissions on Trial

The Supreme Court decision on affirmative action is yet another reminder that emulating Harvard is—and always has been—a fool’s errand, John R. Thelin and Richard W. Trollinger write.

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The Case for Digital Badges for Ph.D.s

Sasha Bianca Goldman explores five reasons why they could be a solution for delivering professional development and skill-building content.