Why Bilingual Children Should Mix Languages
A new study shows the one-parent-one-language approach hinders children’s linguistic potential. Mixing languages, instead, optimizes it.
Minimum TOEFL Scores Vary Based on School
International students often wonder what is considered a good TOEFL score for college admissions. The answer? It depends on the school.
First Amendment Rights on Campus
With increased media attention around guest speakers on campus, how can colleges balance a commitment to free speech with student safety?
Virtual Advisers Help Students With College Applications
From analyzing aid packages to weighing pros and cons, free virtual advisers guide low-income students through college applications.
Improving STEM-Humanities Collaboration
"We must think across and between disciplines." Sciences and humanities already collaborate, says one author, but they can do it better.
Higher Education in a Tech Future
As technology continues to disrupt industries, how can universities prepare students for jobs and skills that don’t yet exist?
Rise in Demand for Female Speakers
Since #MeToo, more women have spoken at commencement. A lack of diverse speakers may limit this trend in the future.
Stanford Tackles Graduate Student Advising Reform
In response to university and nationwide studies, Stanford's new guidelines aim to boost transparency and faculty mentoring.
Can Academics Also Be Activists?
One scholar-activist describes the rewards and challenges he faces as a community advocate and scholar.
The Humanities and Science Culture Divide
Cultural polarity between science and humanities endangers future research, but teaching techniques can bridge this divide.
