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On Amsterdam’s Plans to Establish a Third University
This entry profiles Amsterdam’s plans to establish a Third University, deemed Amsterdam Metropolitan Solutions, that is designed to attract foreign universities.
Higher Education Can't Wait
Talk about fundamental changes is well and good, but colleges can and should adopt proven reforms (expanding access to bottleneck courses, lowering textbook costs) right now, write Gene Hickok and Tom Shaver.
Talking to Civilians
Academics all stand to gain if they become better skilled at talking about their work with non-academics, writes Katrina Gulliver.
Taking the Time to Learn
Consulting is oftentimes an exercise in troubleshooting or problem solving.
Getting (Un)Stuck in the Middle
The academic online community and mainstream news outlets alike have been abuzz with commentary on the frightening state of job security in academia, illuminated most clearly in the plight of the adjunct. As someone working the adjunct professor “gig,” I feel compelled to speak out.