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Arizona State tells non-tenure-track English instructors to shift from 4-4 to 5-5 course load, without increase in compensation and in violation of professional codes on how many writing students one can effectively teach.
'The History of American Higher Education'
Author discusses his new book on the evolution of colleges and universities in the United States.
'Day After Debt'
Exhibit at Michigan State University aims to raise awareness and money to help solve the burden of student debt.
From Strength to Strength
To promote real growth by students, colleges need to stop helping them avoid everything that dismays or offends, writes Judith Shapiro.
New Ph.D. Program for Ancient Studies
Amid gloom over humanities faculty job market, Washington U. in St. Louis launches doctoral program in classical studies.
Unsustainable Postdocs
National Academies report sees system in disarray and calls for better pay, more mentoring and speedier path to their own labs.
Vexing Issues for Vets
The veterinary school accreditor comes under fire as it prepares to face its federal oversight committee. Issues include a perceived weakening in standards and opposition to the accreditation of foreign institutions.
Second Thoughts
Study finds that female and minority Ph.D.s in biomedical fields are more likely than others to lose interest in faculty careers while earning their doctorates.