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The Australian Approach to Improving Ph.D. Completion Rates

The key may be tracking the performance of those who supervise doctoral students.

The Evolving Visa and Border Regime

Since Trump came into office, questions have swirled around U.S. visa and border policy. What’s changed so far, what hasn’t, and what does it all mean for higher education?
Opinion

Who Is the 'Public' in Higher Education Today?

There are many potential hazards when the public good is narrowly constrained to the interests of the nation-state, and academe is not immune from such isolationist tendencies, writes Jenny J. Lee.

Agent Debate Awakens

Draft policy proposed by Middle States would prohibit accredited institutions from using commissioned agents in international recruitment -- as many now do.
Opinion

Isn’t It Pragmatic?

Michael Roth explores how and why Indian students are embracing liberal arts education.

In France, Job Security and Low Salaries

Professors’ civil servant status provides some benefits, but not much in terms of compensation.

Academic Freedom Front Lines

Western-style universities are challenged in Hungary and Russia. Is one university being punished for its ties to George Soros, and another for its gender studies courses?

The Peace Process and Higher Ed in Colombia

The country has some strong universities, but many institutions struggle to serve impoverished students.