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Doing Away With Departments
The new chancellor of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale has big plans to eliminate all departments across campus, in the name of “synergy” and cost savings. But many professors question his motives and doubt it’s the right move.
Another Bad Year for History Jobs
American Historical Association sees 12 percent decline in openings, for fifth straight year of downward trend.
House Passes GOP Tax Plan
Plan targets large endowments of private colleges and eliminates many deductions benefiting student loan borrowers and graduate students.
Amid Title IX Turmoil, a Shift
Notre Dame’s new practice of allowing “alternative resolutions” instead of the traditional Title IX hearings has worried campus advocates for survivors.
Allegations in Dartmouth Harassment Case
Dartmouth College confirmed last month that it is investigating three professors in relation to harassment claims, all of whom are...
Montana State Faculty Senate Tables Proposal for Koch-Funded Economics Center
Montana State University’s Faculty Senate voted 24 to 5 to table a plan to create a new economics research center...
Academic Minute: Interactive Learning
Today on the Academic Minute, Laird Kramer, associate professor of physics at Florida International University, determines a new approach to...
Ohio State Suspends Fraternities
Ohio State University has issued a suspension of "all social, recruitment and new member activities" for the 37 fraternity chapters...