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An image of the classical-style Low Memorial Library at Columbia University. Students can be seen sitting on its steps.

Every American Has a Stake in Columbia’s Fate

The federal government is trying to put the entire private university into a state of receivership, Austin Sarat writes.

The word "service" in 3-D blue lettering, repeated against a black background.

Against Service Shaming

Discouraging and devaluing faculty participation in service undermine the public impact of universities, Cullen C. Merritt writes.

A rear view of graduates during commencement wearing blue and yellow regalia and graduation caps.

A Moment of Truth for the Completion Agenda

With the arrival of 2025, the sector has not yet reached its completion target, even as new headwinds threaten continued progress, Yolanda Watson Spiva writes.

The letters DEI against the background of what appears to be a wall with many cracks.

The Coalitions We Need to Defend Open Inquiry

Our research shows that silence in the face of anti-DEI laws only serves to compound suppression, Jackie Pedota and Liliana M. Garces write.

A photo of a relatively dark living room with the landing page for a streaming service visible on the TV, which sits next to a bookcase.

When the Humanities Kept Us Sane

Michael J. Socolow asks if we have already forgotten how the humanities got us through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Diverse group of woodworking workshop employees watch as their manager uses a leveler tool on wood board. The employees are attentively watching and a man asks the manager questions. Large bright windows are in the background.

AI Will Not Be ‘the Great Leveler’ for Student Outcomes

Artificial intelligence tools are only deepening existing divides. Here are three reasons for that and a few ideas for supporting students.

The words diversity, equity and inclusion can be seen against the backdrop of a torn magenta-colored page.

It’s Time to Turn the Page on DEI

Higher ed needs to take a hard look at what went wrong with DEI and consider new models, Lane A. Glenn writes.

An illustration of five Valentine's Day–themed candy hearts, of different pastel colors, with messages variously saying "XOXO," "Be Mine," "Love you," "All Mine" and "First Kiss."

A Valentine’s Day Card Without the Love

The Feb. 14 Dear Colleague letter features some questionable assumptions and false equivalences, Jim Jump writes.