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Changing the Tuition Discussion  Dec. 1

Public universities issue report on “looming affordability challenge.” Analysis finds limited public understanding of college costs and calls for substantially different policies. With a podcast. more

Whose Blood Is It?  Dec. 1

Arizona court revives suit on Native American samples — allegedly used for studies that differ from what donors agreed to. Issues could apply broadly in social and biological sciences. more

Scrutiny for a Presidential Spouse  Dec. 1

U. of Tennessee banned wife of system’s leader from contact with donors and employees — and lifted ban only after stipulating her lack of authority. more

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Follow the Leader

Carolyn Foster Segal is less than impressed with the promise of her college and many others to teach “leadership.” more

Attention Must Be Paid

Intellectual Affairs

A new book considers how the brain responds to information overload. Scott McLemee thinks it’s more than a distraction. more

The Forgotten Virtue of Gratitude

John Fea offers a reminder of why academics should be thankful for the professional lives they lead. more

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