THE REVIEW

How to Survive the Enrollment Bust

By Nathan D. Grawe

Colleges face looming demographic challenges. The pandemic offers clues for overcoming them.

ADVICE

Colleges in Peril Can Be Rescued, but Only if Governing Boards Transform

By Michael Bills and Wallace Pond

Most boards aren’t structurally or culturally equipped to deal with a crisis.

THE FUTURE OF THE PH.D.

What’s Wrong With Graduate Education — and 2 Scholars’ View on How to Fix It

By Megan Zahneis

Graduate school — like academe as a whole — finds itself in a crucible moment brought on by the pandemic. On that much, many program leaders and pundits agree.

CHRONICLE REVIEW

The Politics of Political Science

By Len Gutkin

A political scientist on how the field can reckon with the crisis in American politics.

PANDEMIC

Live Coronavirus Updates: Auburn Is Not Testing Students Upon Re-entry; 2 Professors Die of Covid-19

As the spring semester begins, Covid-19 is surging. The Chronicle is tracking developments across higher ed here. Read on for daily live updates and information.

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Distracted Minds: Your Classroom Can Be a Retreat in Dark Times

By James M. Lang

Support and sustain your students’ attention, and you contribute not only to their learning but to their well-being, too.

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Maternal Mortality

Leading a research program at the University of Birmingham, Arri Coomarasamy seeks to reduce maternal mortality during childbirth in lower income countries, utilizing a package of effective interventions to stem blood loss.

Job Announcement

Tenure Track Faculty Openings at University of Virginia's College at Wise. Visit jobs.chronicle.com for more details.

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A Bold Plan for the Future of the College

Fostering lifelong learning on campus, Purchase College plans to launch a roster of new courses and lectures that will be multigenerational in topic, and designed to entice students and Broadview residents to learn together.

Burned Out and Overburdened: How to Support the Faculty

Professors are anxious and burned out. They’ve been pivoting. They’ve been juggling work and child care. They’ve been worried — about Covid-19, the economy, social justice, the nation’s divisive political climate. This collection includes many of The Chronicle’s essential reads on how colleges can support their faculty members — and how professors can help themselves — during these stressful times. Order your copy today.

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San Diego State University Imperial Valley

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University of Virginia

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University of Virginia's College at Wise

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