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A Faculty Activist on Why Presidents’ Views Matter
Evan Morris, a professor of radiology and biomedical imaging at Yale University, explains why campus leaders should make strong statements.
Suspended President Denounces Board Chair
Weeks after he was placed on administrative leave for unclear reasons, Northeast Iowa Community College president Herbert Riedel has accused...
A Corporate-Style Presidential Succession Plan
Nova Southeastern’s next president, who will begin in 2025, was chosen via a process that avoids some potential pitfalls of traditional higher ed leadership transitions.
Vermont State to Cut Fewer Faculty Positions Than Planned
Cuts at Vermont State University will not be as deep as expected after 17 faculty members accepted buyouts, six decided...
‘Narcissistic’ Presidents Linked to Declining University Performance
Hiring committees should “measure the egotism of candidates” for the roles, say researchers who compared leaders’ traits and institutional outcomes.
Florida AG Finds FAU Search Violated Sunshine Laws
A straw poll to rank candidates seeking the presidency of Florida Atlantic University violated the state’s government transparency laws, according...
What Do Universities Owe Their Donors?
Some megadonors are outraged over institutions’ responses to the Israel-Hamas war. But experts say big checks shouldn’t buy influence over university leaders.
Birmingham-Southern, State Treasurer Trade Accusations
Birmingham-Southern College has accused Alabama state treasurer Young Boozer III of misleading the public in statements about denying a state...