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Harsh Take on Assessment … From Assessment Pros
At accrediting conference, panelists acknowledge that effort to measure learning outcomes has been a "hot mess" and that it's time for a better approach.
New Presidents or Provost: Davenport U, Harper College, Laurentian U, Monmouth College (Ill.), Pepperdine U, Richard Bland College of William & Mary, Saint Joseph's U, State U of New York at Oneonta, U of Northern Colorado
Mark Anderson, dean of the College of Science and Mathematics at Kennesaw State University, has been selected as provost at...
Record Bedevils a Finalist
After University of Colorado system announces finalist as president, critics note antigay votes when he was in Congress and controversies as leader of University of North Dakota.
An Ousted Dean Returns
Western Kentucky reinstated the dean its now ex-provost forced out last week. What does the saga say about academic leadership, especially at institutions facing change?
After Cuts, Jesuits End Ties to Wheeling Jesuit
University's president says the troubled West Virginia institution will be "rebranded" this fall after the Society of Jesus announces it can't continue its affiliation. The move follows sharp cuts to its liberal arts disciplines, including theology, philosophy and history.
‘The Time for Engagement’
Henry Reichman discusses his new book on the future of academic freedom, in which he argues that that future "is up to us."
How Not to Fire a Beloved Dean
Amid turmoil at Western Kentucky, a provost and dean leave their positions.
Hampshire President Quits; Board Votes to Try to Stay Independent
Trustees shift away from emphasis on finding a partnership.