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New Strategy for Small Ph.D. Programs
German doctoral programs at Chapel Hill and Duke hope to merge; experts see model that could be applied to many disciplines.
Delay of Affirmative Action Ban Rejected
Federal appeals panel finds no reason to delay Michigan measure or let universities finish year with old policies.
Dramatic Plan for Language Programs
Panel wants departments to move beyond literature -- with overhauls in staffing and curriculum for undergrad and Ph.D. education.
Radical Shift for MLA -- on Meeting Date
Delegate Assembly rejects the use of the term "illegal alien" -- while measure to defend Ward Churchill is cast aside.
Combining Medical and Dental Education
Case Western plans to start joint degree to create a new kind of full-service doctor.