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The Brain Is Maintained by Chance the Gardener: Academic Minute

Today on the Academic Minute: Jim Hutchins, professor of health sciences at Weber State University, delves into the synapses to...
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Defining ‘First Generation’ in Different Ways

Colleges and governments offer financial and academic support for these students, but there’s no set standard among colleges for what the term means, as limits on affirmative action raise the stakes.

Accused Harvard Dishonesty Researcher Sues Harvard, Bloggers

Francesca Gino, the Harvard University dishonesty researcher accused of research misconduct, filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the university, Harvard Business...
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Campus Campaign Uses Dogs as Awareness Hook, Teaches Students to Catch a Phish

The University of Denver’s IT and marketing teams partnered to create educational resources and outreach programs to engage students while making them aware of the signs and dangers of phishing emails.

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Teaching Tip: How to Engage Your Lecture Hall

Capturing students’ attention can be a challenge in lecture halls. Here are four suggestions for creating active learning environments in large class settings.

A photo illustration showing photos of Stanford University researchers Sean Reardon and Thomas Dee with black bars pasted over their mouths.

Barred From Testifying by a Research Agreement

Lawyers representing children suing California sought two Stanford University K-12 researchers as expert witnesses. But the state Department of Education threatened the professors with fines.

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Reconfiguring Campus in the Remote Work Era

With fewer employees on site, many colleges are seeking to repurpose disused campus spaces. In some cases that means shedding leases that can save millions of dollars.

Northwestern Faces 10th Hazing Lawsuit

Since a culture of hazing in Northwestern University’s athletics department came to light in early July, 10 students have sued...