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Faculty Power on the Line in Kentucky
University of Kentucky leaders are on the verge of replacing a strong University Senate with a purely advisory body. Faculty members are asking a simple question: Why?
Graduation Speakers on Democracy, Free College and Being a “Weird Person”
From Ken Burns to children’s YouTuber Ms. Rachel, commencement speakers tapped into the hopes, fears and quirks of the class of 2024.
New Commission on Faith-Based Institutions Launched
A group of leaders of religiously affiliated colleges and universities gathered in Washington, D.C., for a first meeting hosted by the American Council on Education.
National Science Foundation Expands Mentoring Requirements to Bolster STEM Pipeline
Under a newly adopted policy, the independent federal agency now requires mentoring plans for all graduate students involved in NSF-funded research projects.
Ep. 116: Provosts’ Perspectives on Generative AI, Tenure and Academic Program Cuts
A new episode examines chief academic officers’ views on a range of pressing issues.
University of the Arts Cancels Town Hall to Discuss Sudden Closure
House Republicans Threaten Colleges’ Federal Funding With New Investigations
Six House committees will probe 10 colleges’ responses to antisemitism. Is it a serious effort or a politicized “fishing expedition”?
‘Holding it Together’
Sociologist Jessica Calarco talks about her new book on America’s lack of a real social safety net and the implications for student success.