| In the States By Karin Fischer Six decades ago, North Carolina banked on its research universities to revive its economy. The plan worked, but it left much of the state behind. |
| Leadership By Nell Gluckman The top job is changing rapidly, and a number of long-tenured leaders are retiring. That has put their offices in a state of flux. |
| Finance By Ben Gose More private colleges want to form partnerships to share administrative expenses. But such coordination isn’t easy. |
| On Leadership By Eric Kelderman Judy L. Genshaft, president of the University of South Florida, is among the still-small group of women who lead research universities. Her advice to others? Get the right credential, and be prepared for the demands and sacrifices of the job. |
| Commentary By Sherry Pagoto Scientists should seize the opportunity to share their exciting discoveries so that taxpayers can see the benefits of their investment. |
| The Chronicle Review By Peter Andreas Illicit border crossings weren't abstract interests — they were his childhood. |
| Lingua Franca Geoff Pullum is appalled by a Business Insider piece peddling indefensible myths about the use of "they" to a readership that should know better. |
| Commentary By Jonathan Zimmerman Every culture borrows from every other one. It’s not "appropriation" — it’s life. |
| Commentary By Susan Palmer Individual colleges have distinct cultures and needs, writes the leader of a consortium in Ohio. But they can still find beneficial ways to work together. |
| Vitae By Daveena Tauber How to combat the out-of-sight, out-of-mind nature of the A.B.D. stage. |
| ProfHacker By using these two practices in your discussion-oriented classroom, instructors can encourage better-quality class participation from students. |
