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Section: Opinion
From the Magazine
The Strategic Necessity of Rest: Protecting Higher Education in an Era of Uncertainty
In recent months, we have witnessed an alarming attempt to dismantle the administrative state and erode the democratic principles that have guided our nation’s progress since slavery.
April 16, 2025
Opinion
Higher Education DEI Efforts are in Trouble. Here’s How We Change That
Now is the time to take stock of our means, but to also reaffirm our commitment to this work, and to take the necessary risks to redesign our approaches.
April 15, 2025
Opinion
Protecting Trans Rights? Disability Inclusion? International Students? Why It’s All the Same Battle
Imagine a country where no one’s right to exist, to move freely, to be seen, or to contribute is constantly up for debate.
April 14, 2025
Opinion
Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before
Despite educators' efforts to offer ‘open door policies’ or office hours, Black students may be anxious or embarrassed about reaching out.
April 13, 2025
Opinion
We Are Not Like Them
Lamar’s performance took me back, and at the same time it propelled me forward.
April 9, 2025
Opinion
Echoing Oz, Moody’s Downgrade Highlights a Tempest in Higher Education
The convergence of funding cuts, enrollment uncertainty, shifting workforce demands, technological disruption, and the upheaval of DEI-related initiatives creates a highly precarious situation for higher education institutions.
April 9, 2025
From the Magazine
The ABCs of Community College Leadership: What CEOs Need to Know
In my own professional life, I strive to remain mindful of the ABCs for CEOs.
April 7, 2025
Opinion
DEI Under Attack: The Truth from the Frontlines of Academia
Panel featuring esteemed professors and journalists at the 2025 NAN Convention.
April 5, 2025
Opinion
How Being a Mother and Academic Helped Me Fix Higher Education’s Transfer Crisis
The purpose of an integrated university system is to offer an array of options for students which transfer seamlessly across all colleges. And over the years there have been efforts to achieve that at CUNY.
April 4, 2025
From the Magazine
How Maricopa Community Colleges are Leading with Workforce-aligned Bachelor’s Degrees
Community colleges have a reputation for being leaders in workforce training.
April 3, 2025
Opinion
Under Siege: The Emotional Toll of the Anti-DEI Movement on Chief Diversity Officers
Processing the grief of losing DEI programs is essential for healing and moving forward.
April 2, 2025
Opinion
Bridging the Gap: Why Intergenerational Learning is Crucial Now More Than Ever
Intergenerational learning engages different generations in learning together, exchanging knowledge and experiencing mutual growth.
March 30, 2025
Opinion
Trump's Proposed Student Loan Transfer to SBA: A Threat to Educational Accountability
The Federal Student Aid (FSA) office is not just a loan servicer. It plays a central role in ensuring access and accountability in higher education.
March 26, 2025
Opinion
Dear Black Athlete: A Moral Imperative is Rarely Enough
To be clear, racial integration in sports – college and professional -- was never driven by a moral imperative, but rather by economics.
March 24, 2025
Opinion
It’s JEDI, Not DEI
Adopting the JEDI language represents a strategic move to reclaim the narrative, counter negative associations, connect to powerful symbolism, and inspire action.
March 24, 2025
Opinion
No Free Lunch? But for Some, Harvard is Now Free
Are you or your kids ready for Harvard? It’s free.
March 21, 2025
Opinion
A Legacy That Will Not Be Erased
My mother believed in the promise that with an education, you could not only help yourself but also have an obligation to help those around you.
March 20, 2025
Opinion
Let's Talk About the True Cost―and True Value―of a College Education
Let me be clear: no student or family should go into more debt than they feel an education is worth. It is reasonable and wise to conduct a cost-benefit analysis of your options. But the true costs of a college education are not always obvious.
March 19, 2025
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