Filter & Sort
History vs. Hagiography
Bush institute at SMU would report to Bush foundation, not the university. Does that protect academic interests, or endanger them?
Digging Deeper Into Lender Profits
Congressional Democrats plan additional cuts to lender subsidies to pay for proposed reduction in student loan interest rate.
Progress Over the Long Term
Report finds significant strides in science education and employment by women, but less progress by members of minority groups.
Can You Rank Crotchetiness?
If you can't, what do would-be graduate students really need to know about their potential professors and departments?
Defining What Makes an Economist
Scholars pinpoint a number of indicators that predict Ph.D. completion and long-term success in the field.
A Different Kind of NCAA Action
As annual meeting closes, boards in all 3 divisions decide -- or punt -- on a range of legislation.
Not So Complete Divestment
Harvard got lots of good press for promising to sell its Sudan stocks, but its endowment may still include such holdings.