Academe Today

Take Back the Ivory Tower

It’s up to the academy to create citizens moved by more than tribe and gut.

The Crisis of Civic Education

Colleges have fallen short on one of their most important missions.

Democracy’s Disappearance

Reversing the disintegration of the curriculum is the first step in restoring the American idea. 

The Essential English Department

Divining the meaning of a text isn’t a frivolous act — it’s an essential skill in an enlightened democracy.

Faculty

Should Universities Ban Single-Gender Discussion Panels?

A recent move by a school at George Washington University raises the question of how to best encourage gender diversity at the events, whether on campuses or at academic conferences.

The Ticker

U. of North Texas President Tried to Stop Donald Trump Jr. From Speaking on Campus

The effort to cancel the appearance of the president’s son failed, even though students, faculty members, and alumni also voiced opposition.

The Ticker

Penn State Fraternity Is Suspended After Student Is Found Unconscious

The incident followed the death of a freshman at another fraternity’s initiation event in February.

Your Daily Briefing

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Advice

How to Make Money From Speaking Engagements

A “tenured entrepreneur” offers advice on peddling your skills on the open market.

Commentary

To Lighten the Regulatory Load, Focus on For-Profits

Many of the rules burdening colleges were created to address the abuses resulting from for-profit colleges’ participation in federal financial-aid programs.

Lingua Franca

Sad React

Anne Curzan shares two new slang words that show the effects of electronically mediated communication on our speech.