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Advocacy Tool Kit for Foreign Language Departments

17 Jul 2017

Since 2008 many colleges and universities in the United States have eliminated or reduced foreign language programs. French degree programs have been...

Why Does Academic Freedom Matter?

12 Jul 2017

If you don’t teach in a college or university, you may have never heard the term academic freedom. Here’s why it’s important:...

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Degrees in Humanities Provide Essential Skills

Associate degrees in the liberal arts are up—good news for employers who have noticed a lack of soft skills in recent graduates.

Hiring Practices Must Change to Ensure A Diverse Faculty

College and university hiring practices may be inadvertently preventing diverse faculty members from applying for jobs.

160,000 Students Sue Education Secretary

Students are outraged that they have not been given decisions on their federal loan relief after being scammed by for-profit colleges.

As Visa Restrictions Deter International Students, Institutions Pay the Price

26 Jun 2019

For international students, studying in the United States has become much harder. The recent revision of policies has made it more difficult for students to obtain and retain visas and has led to decreased international student enrollment at American institutions. To compensate, many institutions are forced to make significant and harmful budget cuts. Tougher Visa...

Support Your Local Library Today: Advocacy Tips for Literary Enthusiasts of All Ages

26 Jun 2019

“Having fun isn’t hard, when you’ve got a library card.” —Arthur the Aardvark If you are reading this article, you are literate—a privilege that is easy to take for granted, yet crucial for all facets of life, from working to voting to advocating for societal change. According to a 2011 Department of Education study, one...