Opinion

International comparisons divert attention from the main purpose of the educational enterprise and often influence national policy; in that sense, they are dangerous.

Communication matters.

Meeting a former student.

Faculty members should not be fooled into thinking that cutting ties to Israeli universities will help the Palestinian cause or academic freedom, writes Henry Reichman.

Denial isn't a strategy.

Career change questions.

Conferences, airports, and the proliferation of mobile devices.

Difficult questions.