There have been quite a few books written incorporating the “ivory tower” shorthand for American higher education. The latest is by Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Will Bunch—After the Ivory Tower Falls. … Continue reading “A “Progressive” Analysis of Higher Education’s Problems”
Editor’s note: This is part of a series of articles. Part I can be found here. The phrase “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” is a loaded one; it does not signify … Continue reading “Advancing the Radical Agenda at UNC-Chapel Hill with Sneaky Language”
I pose a simple question: can free and civil discourse survive inclusion of those who would silence that discourse by any means possible—including violent intimidation? That seems to be a … Continue reading “In Defense of Excluding Antisocial Student Groups”
Dear conservative parents and students, First, I would like to address conservative parents. Lately, I hear many of you questioning whether you should send your kids to college. Maybe they … Continue reading “A Letter to Conservatives: You Need College and College Definitely Needs You”
The college novel is a staple of Anglosphere literature; academia is an especially target-rich environment for social critics and satirists. Yet, the best-selling college novels usually aim at a relatively … Continue reading “The Novel A Theory of Nothing Says Something”
Ivory Tower covers a lot of ground and may spark more debate over higher ed’s big problems
The Chronicle Review attacks higher ed reformers as “hustlers” and “pied pipers.”