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Arizona Universities Won’t Require DEI Statements in Hiring
Following urgings from the Goldwater Institute, a Phoenix-based conservative think tank, the Arizona Board of Regents announced Tuesday that it...
Change in Medical Licensing Exam Concerns Students and Faculty
The exam was changed to a pass-fail model, ostensibly to relieve student stress. Critics say the change has not reduced stress but has amplified inequities among students.
Wiley Journal Board Resigns After Monthlong Strike
Departing editors accept that there’s “no shortage of academics” to replace them as they call for “concerted action.”
UC System Admits Record Number of Californians
The University of California system admitted a historic number of in-state students this year, as well as first-year students of...
The Slow, Then Sudden Downfall of a University Leader
The dishonesty of Kathy Banks related to a failed hire ultimately ended her presidency at Texas A&M. But tensions over her leadership had simmered for nearly two years.
Phylicia Rashad to Leave Howard University
Phylicia Rashad, an award-winning actress famous for her role on The Cosby Show, plans to step down as dean of...
Miami English: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute, part of Florida International University Week: Phillip M. Carter, associate professor of linguistics and English...
College Recognized for Its Recovery-Friendly Culture, Policies
Ursinus College in Pennsylvania became the first institution certified as a recovery-friendly workplace for faculty and staff as well as students working to overcome substance abuse.