Academe Today: Should Universities Take Political Stands?

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THE REVIEW | ESSAY

Should Universities Take Political Stands?

By Brian Rosenberg

In theory, institutions stay out of political and cultural debates. But that’s never been true.

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A SEPARATION

‘There’s Not Stability’: After Strife With Board, Nevada Chancellor Is Set to Step Down

By Nell Gluckman

The top administrator for the state’s public colleges appears poised to step down from her position after a year of clashes with the system’s governing board.

DATA

28% of Women in Higher Ed Believe They Were Not Promoted Because of Their Gender

By Audrey Williams June

A new Gallup survey finds gender gaps in perceived opportunities in the academic workplace.

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TEACHING

Tweaks to Improve Grading and Assessment

By Beckie Supiano

Not every professor wants to drop traditional grades or exams. In our latest installment of Talking About Teaching, experts shared other options.

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The Rigor Wars

By Beckie Supiano

The pandemic has amplified the debate over how professors should challenge their students. What’s it really about?

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STUDENT SUCCESS

How to Keep Student Success a Priority Through a Leadership Transition

UPCOMING: April 5 at 2 p.m., ET.
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MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

Digital Transformation: Managing the People

UPCOMING: April 6 at 2 p.m., ET.
Colleges are pushing for digital transformation, but managing teams can dwarf the challenges posed by technology. In a 75-minute virtual forum, college leaders and CIOs share insights on managing teams and promoting a culture of collaboration and communication. With Support From AWS. Register here.

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How to Make Your Teaching More Engaging

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Stimulate your students’ curiosity — and help them learn — using the tried-and-true techniques in this comprehensive guide.

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From the Big Easy to the Big Apple

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