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Friday Fragments

F-1 visas, indefensibly expensive in-person sections and a few more aphorisms.

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New (School) Year’s Resolutions

At the start of every academic year, many of us resolve to work differently or finally take better care of ourselves. But resolutions are often built to fail, and a more compassionate approach can help us make real change that lasts.

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There’s Little Evidence Institutions Care About Writing

If writing matters, why don’t we put sufficient resources toward teaching it?

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The Jason Arday I Knew

He became the youngest Black professor at Cambridge, then the center of a maelstrom of race and research ethics. Before that, he was a source, generous with his warmth and time.

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‘I Am Not a Robot’ and Our AI Conversation

A smart and fun book from my favorite personal tech journalist.

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Focus on the Quantum Future

We seem to be obsessed with artificial general intelligence and super intelligence. Yet, our forward focus today more appropriately should be on quantum computing.

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Opinion

Own the Answer and the Ad: Maximizing Impact From AI Search

AI answer engines create first impressions. For prospective students, colleges and universities can shape the experience.

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The View From the Stairwell

The often-overlooked work of higher education’s essential translators—the VPs.