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Analyzing Penn State
Steve Weinberg, a critic of big-time college football and longtime friend of Graham Spanier, considers two new books on the Sandusky scandal.
U. of Missouri Press Survives
University administrators, following intense campaign and much criticism from faculty members, reverse decision.
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Indecision 2012
Two political scientists are publishing a study of the presidential election -- as it's happening. Scott McLemee looks at the work-in-progress.
'Getting to Graduation'
A new book of essays takes stock of where "completion agenda" stands. The volume's editors talk about key lessons from the still nascent college completion push.
'Sex and God at Yale'
Recent graduate's book takes on what he sees as hedonistic and irresponsible culture on campus.
'How to Be Gay'
U. of Michigan professor caused major controversy with course called 'How to Be Gay.' A dozen years later, he has written a book on the same topic.
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A More Perfect Union?
A new book by the eminent philosopher Jürgen Habermas shows signs of political frustration. Scott McLemee shares his pain.
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Trailing the Lone Wolf
A new book treats solo acts of political terrorism as a rising trend. Scott McLemee can't avoid reading it.