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The Trouble With Black Studies
Fierce debate breaks out yet again about an ever-controversial field of scholarship. Scott McLemee keeps his eyes on the prize.
Andrew Delbanco's 'College'
In a new book, higher-ed thinker tackles difficult questions about the future of college in America.
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Old-School Publishing
Greedy publishers, overworked scholars, unnecessary books and too much hype...Scott McLemee reports on academic publishing, circa 1600.
'The Black Campus Movement'
New book aims to put the fight for black studies departments and cultural centers in a broader historical context.
'Communists and Perverts'
A new book explores a Florida legislative committee that targeted gay students and professors in the 1950s and '60s.
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For Books, Against Boilerplate
Officials at the second largest research library in the United States have their talking points about its redesign. Scott McLemee wants them to change the script.
'A Model Discipline'
Authors of new book discuss political science, "physics envy," and why scholars need to change their view of models.
Don't Touch My Textbook
A Texas community college district wants to save money for students by selecting common materials for each course. Faculty object, saying their teaching role is being diminished.