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Trustees Cannot Punt on College Football
Top administrators are certainly instrumental, but ultimately, coaches’ compensation and other key financial decisions rest with a university’s board, writes Richard Chait.
Dealing With COVID-19, in January
Omicron’s arrival leads many colleges to shift plans for the semester that starts today on many campuses. Some colleges face criticism for doing so, and some face criticism for not making changes.
Omicron’s Punch to Scholarly Associations
Groups planning annual gatherings in the coming weeks grapple with the Omicron variant. Most are proceeding with in-person conferences, touting extra safety precautions and more options for participation.
More Colleges Discourage Students From Being on Campus in January
Campuses are starting programs online. Some for just a few days; others for a few weeks. Oberlin and Smith Colleges, Gallaudet, Northwestern, and U of Illinois are among campuses making changes.
Reflections on Fall Campus Connections
Normal? Not exactly—but academic, social and wellness realities this semester have pointed in a positive direction for many students.
COVID-19 Changes Plans for Next Semester
DePaul, Harvard and Stanford students won’t have in-person classes the first weeks of the semester; Penn State, UCLA and U of Southern California are considering such a move; Cornell has surge in infections; Bowie State, Towson and Tufts move finals online.
‘COVID Was the Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back’
William Paterson University says it’s saving the institution by cutting nearly 100 full-time professors over three years. Faculty members wonder what will be left to save.
Opinion
8 Steps to Prepare for a Pandemic That’s Becoming Endemic
It’s time for colleges to rethink their plans for the spring semester, write David Wippman and Glenn C. Altschuler, who present a path that offers a balance between safety and normalcy.