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A utilitarian approach to undergraduate education is leading to disenchantment among students and society. It is time to put ‘play’ at the heart of learning, says Colm O’Shea

Domestic violence expert and film director becomes latest in line of women heading major US institutions

US’ leading basic research funder says links in grant applications compromise security and fairness, but scientists call the ban antiquated

Colleges hope that disadvantaged students might do better if their school counselors are given a chance to come along with them

Ron DeSantis’ appointment of political operators as trustees risks compromising universities’ pursuit of the truth, says Richard Joseph 

Answering congressional call after George Floyd killing, National Academies’ expert panel sees value in pressuring those controlling resources

Five others left in critical condition in latest episode of US gun violence

Study quantifies how GPA suffers if students don’t get enough shut-eye, but finds only one in 20 gets the recommended amount

Board backed by Conservative government removes Athabasca University leadership, leaving province’s academics fearing wider interference and nation exposed on online options

Podcast appearances, op-eds and public lectures should all count in hiring and tenure decisions, according to new, broader definition of scholarship

Creator of AP courses shows anger over Florida governor’s suggestion that its new addition, covering African American studies, lacks educational value

Study that asked Americans if they would use genetic screening or gene editing to improve chances of offspring getting into a leading university triggers warning of increased educational inequalities