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The End of the Dean’s List
Two Ivy League universities recently did away with certain age-old academic honors, arguing they cause unnecessary stress and competition.
Catholic University Fires Instructor Over ‘Abortion Doula’ Speaker’s Comments
The instructor was fired after a doula spoke in her class about clients having abortions. Antiabortion activists celebrated, while academic freedom advocates were horrified.
Survey: Graduate Students Expect a Financial Return on Investment
A new survey finds graduate students want greater transparency about outcomes prior to enrolling in an advanced degree program.
Community Resource Dog Aids Students Having a Ruff Day
Colleges and universities are employing working dogs to build connections between students and campus police forces.
New Mexico’s Attempt to Depoliticize Board Nominations Thwarted
State senators blocked the latest effort to reform how board members at public New Mexico institutions are chosen.
A Forgotten Voice Is Heard: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Ken Jones, professor of theater at Northern Kentucky University, explains how the arts can bring...
Alex Morey of FIRE: Syllabus Podcast
This week’s episode of The Syllabus podcast features Alex Morey, director of campus rights advocacy at the Foundation for Individual...
2 Found Shot to Death in UC Colorado Springs Dorm
Two people were found dead with gunshot wounds in a dorm room at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs...