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.


Stick It to the Taxpayer

President Obama’s plan to forgive college loan debts in exchange for “public service” needlessly foists the cost on taxpayers.





Don’t Blame Us!

An expert in legal writing responds to Charles Rounds’ critique of law schools—and throws in some critiques of his own.