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Changing the Measure of Success
Jane Arnold writes that in debating accountability, we need to remember that definitions of excellence have evolved over time and may need to change again.
Dealing With Bullies
In an excerpt from her new book, C.K. Gunsalus considers why academe attracts a certain kind of nasty person -- and what departments can do about it.
Quote Unquote
A new anthology of quotations bridges the gap between high culture and mass media. Scott McLemee wonders if it's sturdy enough.
Hogwarts U.
The future of higher education may lie in the English-speaking world's oldest model of university organization, writes Robert O'Hara.
A Primer on Electronic Communication
Eszter Hargittai explains why some e-mail sent to professors will be ignored and offers tips on how to get your queries answered.
NCAA Panel Disses the Faculty
Asked to examine problems in college sports, committee of presidents blames the other guys, the professors, writes Tom Palaima.
Where's Herman?
The guy featured on the poster had a long white beard and dark black sunglasses, the kind worn by people...
Application for U. of Iowa Presidency
Wick Sloane, already a nominee for the Harvard job, explains what he'd do if tapped for the still open position at one of America's great public universities.