Academics

Future leaders in business, government, and civil society need more than just job skills. The following articles defend the value of liberal education, with a focus on academic quality and rigor, fundamental knowledge, and the ideas that have shaped Western Civilization. They also scrutinize academic programs that have departed from these ideals in the name of progressive ideology.

Aug 19, 2011 · Jenna A. Robinson

Higher Education Tweets

You can stay abreast of the latest higher ed news (in 140 characters or less).

Aug 18, 2011 · Jane S. Shaw

Welcome to the Pope Center!

In a new video, Pope Center president Jane Shaw explains what we’re all about.

Aug 14, 2011 · Jane S. Shaw

A New Era for the Board of Governors?

Fiscal realities, new members, and a national re-examination of the college experience suggest that change may occur.

Aug 11, 2011 · Jenna A. Robinson

A Poll on Women’s Colleges

Is Peace College’s decision to admit men a sign that women’s colleges are on the way out?

Aug 10, 2011 · Thomas Bertonneau

Down with Research Papers!

They rely on easily accessible sources and deference to conventional opinion; students should be assigned essays instead.

Aug 7, 2011 · Jay Schalin

Better Universities at Less Cost

Budget cuts and loss of revenues don’t necessarily mean worse education.

Jul 31, 2011 · Jane S. Shaw

A Man for This Season

UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Thorp deliberated a long time, but he made the right decision.

Jul 28, 2011 · Ford Ramsey

When Theory Is Practical

A Chapel Hill graduate discovers that theoretical classes provide the foundation for real-life applications.

Jul 24, 2011 · Daren Bakst

Protecting Privacy in the Age of Too Much Information

Federal regulations keeping students’ private records private should be strengthened, not weakened.

Jul 24, 2011 · Steven Goodman

Responsible Minds Need to Know

Information that can keep college students safe should be made available to the proper authorities despite wishes to protect unstable students’ privacy.