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FOES WERE 'GUNNING FOR HER' Who Had a Say in Derailing Texas A&M’s Hiring of Kathleen McElroy? By Zachary Schermele New hires are typically matters reserved for deans, chairs, and a few others. Not so at Texas A&M. ADVERTISEMENT BACKGROUNDER Another Black Woman Academic Deceived and Dismissed By Susan King In 2021 it was Nikole Hannah-Jones. Now it’s Kathleen McElroy. CURRICULA Scared of AI? Don’t Be, Computer-Science Instructors Say. By Maggie Hicks The discipline offers a potential model for integrating ChatGPT and other artificial-intelligence tools into the curriculum. THE REVIEW | OPINION Police Academies Are Part of Higher Ed By Davarian L. Baldwin and Joshua Clover Why the controversy over Atlanta’s “Cop City” development should concern academics. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT An Early Peek at How Admission Applications Are Changing After the Supreme Court Ruling By Eric Hoover Some colleges are adjusting their essay prompts — boldly or subtly.
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Views IN CASE YOU MISSED IT By Kevin Gannon There’s never a bad time to re-examine and rethink how to write your syllabus. This guide walks you through everything you need to know, with specific tips and strategies, to craft an effective syllabus. READER VOICES Anthropology Boycott of Israeli Universities Is Misguided and DiscriminatoryToo Many Supporters and Critics of Howard Zinn View Education as a WeaponColleges Should Share Tips on Increasing Diversity Without Affirmative ActionEssay Critical of Student Evaluations Missed Some HorrorsStop Requiring Computational Skills Beyond the Basics ADVERTISEMENT
FROM THE CHRONICLE STORE In 2022, Henderson State University declared financial exigency after realizing it could no longer avoid hard choices. This case study of the university’s path to near-ruin highlights lessons for any college leader contemplating a restructuring to keep an institution viable. Order your copy to learn about key factors to consider in a restructuring process.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES Assistant Professor, African American Psychology Specialty Claremont McKenna College Electronic and Open Educational Resources Librarian/Assistant Professor North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Department Head - Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology Colorado State University
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