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Notes from the Underground
A new book explores the subterranean connections between geology and mythology. Scott McLemee returns from the land of the ice and snow, from the midnight sun where the hot springs blow.
Newly Tenured ... at Anna Maria, California Lutheran, Kalamazoo, Marian, U. of Richmond
The following individuals have recently been awarded tenure by their colleges and universities: Anna Maria College Virginia Heslinga. English Dianne...
Turning on Turnitin
Writing professors issue warning about plagiarism detection software.
Trying Again on 'Gainful'
The Education Department gears up to try again on regulations governing vocational programs, and -- building on its recent activity -- hints at broad regulatory agenda in the near future.
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Narrating a Tragedy
Lucinda Roy reflects on the experience of reading her book on the Virginia Tech killings out loud -- cover to cover -- for a recording.
'Making Scientists'
Authors of new book discuss ways to improve teaching and learning in the STEM fields.
Enthusiasm and Caution in Myanmar
New report offers recommendations for forming partnerships with universities in rapidly changing country.
The Video and the Context
Video of instructor at U. of Southern California bashing Republicans in class goes viral and is cited as evidence of liberal indoctrination. But critics don't mention that he was hired as adjunct for program that seeks partisans -- liberals and conservatives alike.