Governance

University boards have the primary responsibility for ensuring fidelity to the institution’s mission, managing university finances, and setting personnel policies. The following articles expose poor governance practices and identify policies that keep boards accountable to the taxpayers, students, parents, alumni, and donors whom they serve.

Oct 13, 2011 · Jay Schalin

D–n the Transition! Full Speed Ahead!

The University of North Carolina’s new president seems intent on continuing his predecessor’s policies in a time of change.

Sep 25, 2011 · Jay Schalin

Boldness, Not Band Aids, Needed at Shaw

Shaw University’s financial and governance problems may go too deep for just another quick fix.

Aug 21, 2011 · Anne Neal

Stick to the Mission

ACTA president Anne Neal urges trustees to focus on undergraduate learning.

Aug 19, 2011 · Jenna A. Robinson

Higher Education Tweets

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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?

Jul 26, 2011 · Duke Cheston

This Won’t Hurt a Bit!

The North Carolina state government is rapidly taking over health care in the state through its university system.

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.