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In Search of the Big Idea

November 6, 2009

In a day of soul searching at TIAA-CREF's higher ed conference, college leaders wrestle with what lies ahead. A mix of optimism and fear ensues.

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Bookless Libraries?

November 6, 2009

Technology leaders and librarians consider how the digital age changes the physical space and role of one of higher education's oldest institutions.

A Call for Copyright Rebellion

November 6, 2009

Lawrence Lessig asks why academe accepts rules that limit the spread of scholarship.

Catching Up to Canada

November 6, 2009

Why does the U.S.'s northern neighbor look so much better in global rankings of college completion, and how might the gap be closed?

Promoting Professional Science Master’s Degrees

November 6, 2009

Advocates of interdisciplinary program, considered new alternative to Ph.D. track, debate its educational purpose and lobby Congress for additional funding.