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Gender and Biases in Politics
Women in politics face a wide swath of biases. In today's Academic Minute, Skidmore College's Minita Sanghvi explores this statement...
Could Diversity Survive a Harvard Loss?
Focus in trial was question of what would happen if Harvard (and by extension, other colleges) stopped considering race.
For Hillel, Community and Safety
As Jewish students grieve and organize vigils, their national organization discusses steps taken to assure their security. Two of those killed had ties to Pitt.
The No-Theme Conference
Historians announce their 2020 annual meeting won't have a general theme, to avoid "acrobatics" to fit it. Some like the idea and say that themes are pointless, while others say framing topics help make meetings and even disciplines more cohesive.
Complaints About Coalition Application
Some counselors report frustrations as early-decision deadlines loom.
The Cyberharassment of an Admissions Interviewer
An applicant who was rejected engaged in online stalking of the alumnus who interviewed him.
More Colleges Go Test Optional
St. Scholastica and Linfield drop requirement for undergraduate admissions.
The Week in Admissions News
Suit over rule on international students; campus concierges; Race on Campus; free medical school.