THE ATTACK ON THE CAPITOL

‘The Cops Won’t Touch Me’: Student Who Joined Capitol Mob Faces Federal Charges

By Michael Vasquez

Donald Trump’s lies about a stolen election became a call to action for a 31-year-old Gallaudet University student.

BACKGROUNDER

Colleges Share the Blame for Assault on Democracy

By Patricia McGuire

For four years, Trump unleashed a tsunami of lies. Higher education responded with silence.

THE REVIEW

Social Justice, Austerity, and the Humanities Death Spiral

By Geoff Shullenberger

Radical rhetoric won’t save the humanities, but neither will humanist nostrums.

THE EDGE

What Career Coaching for Social Mobility Looks Like Now

By Goldie Blumenstyk

A nonprofit that teams up with colleges and employer mentors is virtually preparing thousands of low-income students to enter a tough job market.

PANDEMIC

Live Coronavirus Updates: Liberty U. President Apologizes for Snowball Fight; U. of Rochester Sorry for Giving Donors Access to Vaccine

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.

A NEW ADMINISTRATION

Higher Ed Under Biden-Harris: Major Higher-Ed Reforms Are Unlikely, House Education Committee’s Chairman Says

In his first weeks in office, President Biden has pledged action on many higher-ed issues, including reversing Trump-era policies. The Chronicle is tracking those steps and analyzing what they mean.

CHRONICLE REVIEW

What’s the Matter With Kansas?

By Len Gutkin

Are state legislators poised to move against tenure?

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One word, one line, one verse

Celebrating literary excellence and creativity across all genres, the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize brings young international writers to Swansea to engage with their students and community.

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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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