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How to rank a college president?

A new ranking evaluates college presidents based on support for student success, access, and affordability using federal data.

The War on Terror and the Demonization of Student Protests

Universities are limiting student gatherings to avoid negative publicity and unrest, compromising freedom of speech in the process.

Colleges devise novel solutions to campus housing woes

Universities face ongoing challenges in adequately estimating student housing needs, leading to insufficient or excessive housing options that affect student living conditions.

Campus cuts appear to slow in August

Significant layoffs and budget cuts are affecting multiple universities, driven by declining enrollment and rising operational costs.

Opinion | College Students Need to Grow Up. Schools Need to Let Them.

American universities exhibit a double standard in treating students and employees regarding accountability and consequences for underage drinking.

Administrators Are Trying to Strip Decision-Making Power From Faculty

The erosion of shared governance in higher education institutions poses a significant threat to academic freedom and autonomy.

How to rank a college president?

A new ranking evaluates college presidents based on support for student success, access, and affordability using federal data.

The War on Terror and the Demonization of Student Protests

Universities are limiting student gatherings to avoid negative publicity and unrest, compromising freedom of speech in the process.

Colleges devise novel solutions to campus housing woes

Universities face ongoing challenges in adequately estimating student housing needs, leading to insufficient or excessive housing options that affect student living conditions.

Campus cuts appear to slow in August

Significant layoffs and budget cuts are affecting multiple universities, driven by declining enrollment and rising operational costs.

Opinion | College Students Need to Grow Up. Schools Need to Let Them.

American universities exhibit a double standard in treating students and employees regarding accountability and consequences for underage drinking.

Administrators Are Trying to Strip Decision-Making Power From Faculty

The erosion of shared governance in higher education institutions poses a significant threat to academic freedom and autonomy.
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Harvard Doubles Down On 'Protest' Retaliation & Punishes Teachers For Studying In Library

Harvard's administration is criticized for punishing both students and faculty over protesting policies, raising concerns about the suppression of free speech.

The Politics of Speech on the American Campus

Freedom of speech on campuses faces heightened challenges, with university leaders struggling to navigate political pressures and the principles of academic freedom.

Washington Students Say Gaza Encampment Has Been Most Valuable Part of Their Education

Despite police dismantling Gaza solidarity encampments at various universities, the encampment at Western Washington University is ongoing due to administration's disappointing response to student demands.

Harvard Doubles Down On 'Protest' Retaliation & Punishes Teachers For Studying In Library

Harvard's administration is criticized for punishing both students and faculty over protesting policies, raising concerns about the suppression of free speech.

The Politics of Speech on the American Campus

Freedom of speech on campuses faces heightened challenges, with university leaders struggling to navigate political pressures and the principles of academic freedom.

Washington Students Say Gaza Encampment Has Been Most Valuable Part of Their Education

Despite police dismantling Gaza solidarity encampments at various universities, the encampment at Western Washington University is ongoing due to administration's disappointing response to student demands.
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#academic-leadership

How to keep research afloat during an administrative stint

The importance of effective leadership in academic departments can positively impact research output and faculty satisfaction.

Harvard Law School Dean John Manning named interim provost - Harvard Gazette

John F. Manning named interim provost, John C.P. Goldberg as interim dean at Harvard Law School.
Manning's focus on academic freedom and fostering civil discourse during interim role. Garber appointed interim president after Claudine Gay's resignation.

How to keep research afloat during an administrative stint

The importance of effective leadership in academic departments can positively impact research output and faculty satisfaction.

Harvard Law School Dean John Manning named interim provost - Harvard Gazette

John F. Manning named interim provost, John C.P. Goldberg as interim dean at Harvard Law School.
Manning's focus on academic freedom and fostering civil discourse during interim role. Garber appointed interim president after Claudine Gay's resignation.
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#free-speech
from Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
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Firing of UT Dallas newspaper editor raises free speech questions

The crisis at the University of Texas at Dallas highlights the conflict between university administration and student media over free speech and editorial independence.

Axios Vibes: College students embrace free speech blowups

Students prioritize free speech on campus, even if language is upsetting or risks violence.
Survey shows concern among students that universities prioritize donors over free speech and tense social issues.

Firing of UT Dallas newspaper editor raises free speech questions

The crisis at the University of Texas at Dallas highlights the conflict between university administration and student media over free speech and editorial independence.

Axios Vibes: College students embrace free speech blowups

Students prioritize free speech on campus, even if language is upsetting or risks violence.
Survey shows concern among students that universities prioritize donors over free speech and tense social issues.
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Columbia interim prez slammed for 'tone deaf' apology to students who felt 'hurt' by school's decision to clear out anti-Israel protests

Columbia's interim president apologized after backlash over handling anti-Israel protests, prompting criticism from the Jewish community for lack of protection.

Anti-Israel vandals deface Cornell University on first day of classes

Vandalism at Cornell University highlights escalating tensions surrounding pro-Palestinian activism on campus and raises concerns about university responses to such acts.
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from Boston.com
3 months ago

Campus protests led to more than 3,100 arrests, but many charges have been dropped

University administrators are responding to pro-Palestinian demonstrations with arrests and consequences, but charges are often dropped due to First Amendment rights.
from www.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Wednesday Briefing

Protests at various U.S. universities have escalated, leading to arrests and clashes with police officers and crackdowns from administrators.

Campus protests led to more than 3,100 arrests, but many charges have been dropped

University administrators are responding to pro-Palestinian demonstrations with arrests and consequences, but charges are often dropped due to First Amendment rights.

Wednesday Briefing

Protests at various U.S. universities have escalated, leading to arrests and clashes with police officers and crackdowns from administrators.
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How the Modern University Became a Bureaucratic Blob

The rise of administrative positions in universities is outpacing tenured faculty positions, leading to financial strains and potential shifts in the traditional educational model.
#student-activism

Crackdowns on Protests Are Exposing Higher Ed's Complicity in Israel's Genocide

University administrators are cracking down on student activists protesting against Israel's actions in Palestine, leading to arrests and threats of violence.

Cops Tase Students in Violent Arrests at Emory

University administrations are sanctioning police crackdowns on student protests, leading to arrests and tense situations.

Crackdowns on Protests Are Exposing Higher Ed's Complicity in Israel's Genocide

University administrators are cracking down on student activists protesting against Israel's actions in Palestine, leading to arrests and threats of violence.

Cops Tase Students in Violent Arrests at Emory

University administrations are sanctioning police crackdowns on student protests, leading to arrests and tense situations.
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Columbia Has Resorted to Pedagogy Theater

Holding classes online only pretends to solve issues and doesn't fully replicate the college experience.

Donors Stay Largely Silent Amid New Wave of Campus Protests

Student protests against the war in Gaza causing turmoil and arrests at top American colleges, raising concerns about antisemitism on campus.

Administrators unsure how to implement ed tech in classrooms

University administrators lack confidence in choosing effective ed-tech products.
Practices like technology audits and seeking feedback from students are recommended to boost confidence in choosing ed-tech products.

University Presidents Should Study How Democracy Works

University leaders must learn from student demonstrations, prioritize expediency, negotiation, and democratic processes.
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