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The Real Barriers for Women in Science
National Academies report attributes underrepresentation to "implicit biases" and institutional policies, not lack of talent or drive.
Princeton Ends Early Decision
A week after Harvard, another university shifts. Some want trend to grow while others question whether most colleges could or should follow.
Political Shocker: Faculty Moderates
New analysis suggests that the biggest trend in professorial politics is a shift to the center in many disciplines.
Harming the Historical Record
Scholars who run archival projects and university presses question shifts at NEH and apparent move away from peer review.
Going Beyond 10%
University of Texas might win approval to put controversial admissions law on hold.
Justice O'Connor's Deadline
When Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's Supreme Court decision three years ago upheld the use of race in admissions, most college...
Long-Fought Win for Gay Rights
After retirement of president who called homosexuality a "biological perversion," Missouri State board bars bias.