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The Last Utopia
A new book looks at the history of the human rights movement and reaches surprising conclusions. Scott McLemee interviews the author.
'Lessons Learned'
William G. Bowen was president of Princeton University from 1972 to 1988, and he reflects on his experiences and the...
Wharton, Rebooted
Penn’s business school revamps its MBA program with an offer of a free “sabbatical” course to graduates every seven years.
How to Talk Science
At gathering of grad school officials, Alan Alda promotes campaign to teach next generation of researchers how to communicate with the public.
Looking Ahead to 2013
Education secretary asks his advisory committee on accreditation for legislative suggestions for the next renewal of the Higher Education Act.
Drilling the Living Tongue
A fight over pedagogy and personalities prompts an exodus of faculty from the University of Maryland's flagship Arabic studies program.
Paying by the Pound for Journals
A new digital pricing model strains the relationship between chemistry group and some of its subscribers.
No Grades for States This Year
Biennial "Measuring Up" report card on higher education progress won't be published this year, as founder looks for a new home and new backers for it.