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The Hills on Which We (Used to) Die
College leaders need to know which hills they’ll be prepared to lose their careers over—and then show up to defend them, John C. Cavanaugh writes.
Increasing Women’s Representation in STEM Fields
Leaders in academe hold several keys to correct the well-documented tendency to undervalue women’s work, writes Nina Gray.
Engage in Science Policy Where You Are
Adriana Bankston explores how education about science policy at the state level can enrich one’s career.
Future Labor Shortages and the University as a Workplace
Why attracting and retaining high-quality faculty and staff should be among the top priorities of every university leader.
When Faculty Face Violent Threats
Police came to his door to tell him a former student wanted to kill him. Adam S. Ward shares what he learned from the experience for fellow researchers and their institutions.
What the Faculty Needs to Know About the History of American Higher Education
Why illiteracy about American higher education exceptionalism matters.
Notes on a Workforce Development Conference
Hopeful signs for community colleges.