Liberal Education or Career Training?
A Duke professor says the former is being neglected.
Articles
Articles
UNC-Charlotte Football: Yes or No?
Will UNC-Charlotte’s recent decision to add a football team give a boost to the school’s reputation or prove to be a boondoggle?
All the Substance of Cotton Candy
The case for football at Charlotte lacks weight and nutritional value.
It’s All about Reputation
There is something to be said for Chancellor Dubois’ capitulation to the boosters.
Mission and Money
Economist Burton Weisbrod argues that colleges need a lot of revenue to pursue their “social mission.” But do they?
From Textiles to Torts
An N.C. State student discovers that her technical education might be an advantage in law school.
Failed Effort to Prove Diversity
A survey of student attitudes is mere wishful thinking, not evidence.
Clash of Wills Over Enrollment Coming to Chapel Hill
The desire of UNC’s trustees to maintain prestige is on a collision course with the university system’s wish to increase access.
Rethinking Reputation — Reconsidered!
A former N.C. State psychology student previously criticized her department for its low expectations, and now State responds.
Quality Control or Just Hot Air?
The college accountability movement might not live up to its hype.