Academe Today Wednesday, August 9, 2017 Sign up for this newsletter | Todayâs News | Administration By Jack Stripling Before allegations of drug-fueled partying undid Carmen Puliafito’s reputation, the former medical-school dean settled an assault lawsuit and faced sexual-harassment allegations at the University of Miami. |
| Leadership By Michael Vasquez The University of Florida chose W. Kent Fuchs as its new president in 2014 only five days after he formally applied, but talks with individual members of the search team had started earlier. |
| Faculty By Nell Gluckman The once-exclusive organizations have struggled to attract young faculty members. But now, with many professors craving more collegiality, officials at Ohio State and elsewhere see a chance for revival. |
| Technology By Goldie Blumenstyk The leaders of Freshman Year for Free call it an “on ramp” to college. It’s backed by a philanthropy in New York City called the Modern States Education Alliance. |
In Brief
Views | Advice By Justin Maxwell How to use personal narratives to counter student detachment and information overload. |
| Vitae By Karen Kelsky Is it better to have a weak publication on your CV, or no publication at all? |
| Lingua Franca Although the path of hyphenation runs generally toward its disappearance, enough confusing uses still exist to keep style-guide writers busy, especially when numbers are involved. |
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International Students’ Concerns Are Growing
Techniques for addressing the growing concerns of international students include counseling, open forums, campus meetings, and informational emails. |
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