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A new book looks at the narcopolitics of methamphetamine. Scott McLemee grinds his teeth while reading it.

By Scott McLemee

I'll sketch out a claim that academic freedom flourished in the late 1960s and early 1970s, then consider why, then...

By Richard Ohmann

For his students, Wick Sloane runs the Boston Marathon today. With endorsements from Doonesbury, Mint Milanos, and the Andover Shop.

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This year’s National Collegiate Athletic Association men’s basketball tournament is likely to be remembered not only for a championship game...

By Allen L. Sack

If we had our choice, Sarah Lawrence would never be listed among the most expensive colleges in America. Since we...

By Karen Lawrence

A sociologist's new book tracks the proliferation of awards in American culture. Scott McLemee wonders if we're all really winners.

By Scott McLemee

International educators need to be aware how their work can be used -- and misused -- for political purposes, writes Mark A. Ashwill.

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A new report asserts that higher ed can double production of degrees with no more public money. Really? At what cost? asks Garrison Walters.

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