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Egghead Headshots
A prominent photographer offers a portrait gallery of contemporary philosophers. Scott McLemee takes a look.
Robbing Peter
John Marsh wonders how higher education can rejoice when its budget woes are minimized by deep cuts to social services.
Under Assault
Randolph Lewis describes how the political attacks on Texas universities appear to one who teaches there.
Accreditation vs. Eligibility
It's time to rethink the role that accrediting agencies play in determining colleges' eligibility for financial aid -- and better equip the Education Department to fulfill that role, R. Michael Tanner and Peter McPherson argue.
Do Majors Matter?
How much they boost earning power is only one factor, writes W. Robert Connor, who explores how the study of different disciplines boosts students' cognitive development.
Abuse of Power
In both the Cold War and aftermath of 9/11, civil liberties took a hit. Scott McLemee reviews a historian's assessment.
What Bubble?
Robert B. Archibald and David H. Feldman question recent predictions that higher education is about to face a major collapse.
Time to Teach Financial Literacy
Colleges need to prepare students for balancing budgets and managing money, writes Steven Bahls.