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ABC's and PhD's: School woes
(First, an incident that might be slightly off-topic but which I found amusing: ) Last night I get in my...
The end of the public university in England
Editor's note: the entry below was kindly provided to us by James Vernon, a professor of history at the University...
Definition: Cynicism
When a university’s program for research in the humanities bars adjuncts from applying for fellowship money and release time then...
If I Could Do It Over ....
Thomas Wright reflects on his missteps when applying for faculty jobs.
Rude Democracy
Stewart and Colbert rally in DC this weekend. Scott McLemee opposes their extremist moderation.
Argument, Inquiry, and Learning to Value Evidence
At the risk of e-mail overload, I still find it useful to belong to some old-fashioned discussion lists that engage...
5 Things Netflix Streaming Can Teach Higher Ed
5 Things Netflix Streaming Can Teach Higher Ed: 1. Replace Yourself: Offering unlimited streaming for $8.99 a month (1 physical...
Congratulations! Your Loan Is Now in Repayment
I knew this moment would come. The moment when I would begin paying back my student loans, marking the end...