PhD student’s book examines ‘why black hair matters’
Emma Dabiri’s research uncovers the ways that our immediate reactions to people are still underpinned by the ideologies of ‘scientific racism’
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The four-day week: will it catch on in academia?
Some institutions now follow the model, but experts question whether it will benefit a sector where 24/7 culture is ingrained
Oberlin Eyes Enrollment Swap
In a bid to balance its budget and stay the same size, Oberlin proposes to trim 100 students from renowned music conservatory while adding same number to liberal arts program.
At these high schools, enrolling in college isn’t just encouraged, it’s required
When Montel Floyd graduates in May from Merritt Community College, he’ll be the first person in his family with a college degree.
The silencing of academic voices in turbulent times
Academic freedom, which has existed since the early 1900s, is important to our democracy.
University strikes major innovation funding deal with China
Monash Technology Transformation Institute aims to bridge ‘valley of death’ that sees many discoveries fall short of securing commercial-scale investment
Rolling up the sleeves for apprenticeships
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is moving forward with its game plan to create 16,000 new apprenticeships over three years in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
TED 2019: Prize to online classes project causes controversy
The TED talk organisers have announced the Audacious Project, a $280m (£215m) prize fund to be shared across eight projects it feels tackle the world's toughest challenges.
Berkeley lecturer uses ‘Game of Thrones’ to push climate change agenda
A UC-Berkeley lecturer says the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" is analogous to climate change.
Harsh take on assessment… from assessment pros
At accrediting conference, panelists acknowledge that effort to measure learning outcomes has been a "hot mess" and that it's time for a better approach.
