Professors Have Freedom of Speech

…can land in deep trouble merely for criticizing a “sacred cow” policy. That’s not a good example of higher education’s supposed commitment to open inquiry and free exchange of ideas….


Rainy Day Education Funding

…not be current UNC Charlotte employees; rather, the reductions would be made from the open positions that we have held back from allocation to the campus. The current worst-case scenario…


The Free-Lance Professor

…though the demand is probably there. If I were allowed to be a free-lance professor, opportunities for such students would immediately open up. There is precedent for free-lance professors. Adam…





NC State and the Great Land Grab

North Carolina State University’s campus is nestled in the heart of downtown Raleigh, but its physical footprint continues to grow and will eventually span from Hillsborough Street to U.S. Highway…


Budget Season Is Upon Us

…become North Carolina residents. The minimum scholarship will be $7,500 and recipients will receive the funds for two semesters, after which they are expected to have full residency for in-state…


The Treaty of Chapel Hill

…back, I am absolutely convinced, will better inform [academics] in how they approach real-world dilemmas.” Other subjects likely to see lots of exchange include the study of foreign languages and…


When Universities Get Defensive

…college experience. Reform will never come from faculty. Too many will fight tooth and nail to protect their comfortable, well-paid autonomy. Nor will meaningful reform come from administrators, regents, or…