Happy 250th Birthday, America!
As we reflect on 250 years of American exceptionalism, it’s natural to ask: what’s next, especially in the context of education? If America is to flourish in 2276, what should…
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What Public Policy Schools Should Teach
Governing is hard, serious work. Even when we dislike the agenda of the party in power, we should prefer savvy professionalism to bumbling amateurism. When officials seek to shift international…
A Tale of Two Reports
A point that has generated much discussion is the decline in confidence in and support for higher education. Over the last ten years or so, the percentage of Americans who…
For Graduation Ceremonies, Ditch the Guest Speaker
A graduation ceremony is one of the most formulaic events in higher education. The main event at a graduation ceremony is a student getting their five seconds in the sun…
Rigor and Access Can Go Together
At Orange High School in Hillsborough, North Carolina, Jason Johnson- the 2026 National High School Principal of the Year – has a simple message for his students: you belong in…
Great Literature Is Inherently Moral
For over a century, post-modern critics have insisted that literature must be liberated from the stifling realm of moralism in order to become truly authentic in its artistic approach. The…
Reclaiming Pen and Paper
With another finals season in the books, prohibited AI assistance continues to be a problem at universities. It may not come as a surprise that students attempt to cheat using…
Restoring General Education
Education experts have written many excellent books and articles in recent years and made insightful presentations covering a range of important topics – admissions, curriculum, pedagogy, administration, and accreditation. The…
NC’s Direct Admissions Program Must Proceed With Caution
Last year, the UNC System rolled out NC College Connect, a direct college admissions program for North Carolinian public high school students. While the program clearly streamlines admissions by mailing…
Blueprint for Reform: Wyoming
Wyoming’s colleges and universities play an essential role in preparing students for civic life and productive careers, as well as supporting the state’s long-term economic vitality. Yet higher education in…