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A New Symbol for Carleton College? Really?
The new president of Carleton College made an interesting announcement Thursday: “We are adopting a bold new design to represent...
An Alternative Approach to First Responders: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute, part of Portland State University Week: Greg Townley, associate professor of community psychology, says sending...
Professor Sues U of Florida Over COVID-19
A professor is suing the University of Florida in federal court for suppressing his free speech rights, The Gainesville Sun...
Protecting Coastal Ecosystems in Transition
The changing atmosphere is putting stresses on ecosystems. In today’s Academic Minute, part of Portland State University Week, Elise Granek...
Passed Over for Being a Woman
Twenty-eight percent of academic women surveyed by Gallup say they’ve been passed over for promotion or advancement opportunities due to their gender. That’s a bigger share than female workers in the U.S. in general.
New President Moves Past Old Mistake
Gregory Vincent resigned his presidency at Hobart and William Smith Colleges after he was accused of plagiarism. He rectified the error, which experts say bodes well for his new job at Talladega College.
Guidance on Accreditation for Governing Boards
With accreditation under intensified scrutiny from state legislators and other quarters, two national associations have issued a joint statement reminding...
Consumer Protection Agency Sanctions Edfinancial Services
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Wednesday sanctioned Edfinancial Services, a student loan servicer, for making deceptive statements to student...