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Opinion

How One Scholar Is Fighting for Democracy On and Off Campus

The Public Scholar speaks with Jonathan Becker, a professor of political studies and the director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Bard College about his work to protect student voting rights.

Opinion

Repeated Sexist Disregard for Women’s Championships

None of the athletes who won medals for Team USA deserve to have sexism minimize their accomplishments.

Opinion

Robot Overlords and Red Herrings

The key issue is power. Get that right and the bots may serve a useful purpose. Get that wrong and the viral memo may prove prophetic.

Opinion

What Oklahoma’s Tenure Ban Got Wrong

By bypassing the Legislature, Governor Stitt denied Oklahomans a meaningful conversation about tenure’s role in their public colleges and universities.

Opinion

3 Questions for 2U’s Jihan Quail

A conversation with the head of business development.

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Opinion

The Racialization of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s 960 SAT Score

Rebukes of his remarks were swift and strong, especially on conservative news channels and social media—and had an especially racial aspect.

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Opinion

The Odd Couple: Is the Presidency Dangerous?

Rachel Toor and Gordon Gee discuss the personal toll of the top job.

Opinion

Higher Ed Marketing’s Next Role: Student Experience

As AI handles more routine tasks, higher ed marketers are well positioned to focus on student relationships, bridging the gap between campaign promises and student experiences.