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'Mad Men' Unzipped
A new academic book on the AMC series is a good conversation starter about the condition of "being a fan" in the everyday, typical sense, writes Scott McLemee.
The Paris Connection
The recent events in Paris -- as well as historic ones -- have resonated especially deeply with American scholars, writes Philip Stewart.
Yes, Alt-Ac and Activism Can Coexist
When it comes to ensuring good jobs for graduate students, they both play a role, argues Leonard Cassuto.
Beyond the Cash Nexus
How Would You Like to Pay? explores the anthropology of the expanding new world of smartphone wallets and other forms of mobile payments, writes Scott McLemee.
My Lab Is in the Cloud
Humanities scholars conduct their research in an arena that is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, and they should be funded accordingly, writes Elizabeth A. Lehfeldt.
Boosting Nontraditional Learners
To help those students obtain a degree or credential, colleges should consider accepting alternative-credit courses like those evaluated and approved by the American Council on Education, says Deborah Seymour.
Amateur Hour
Are colleges and universities losing ground to companies that focus on developing workplace skills that employers are seeking? Ryan Craig asks.
A New Chapter for Bargaining?
It still uncertain how the National Labor Relations Board will rule, but a decision for grad student unionization would most likely increase diversity and clarify roles, writes Robert M. O'Neil.