Administration
What Every Dean Needs to Know About Fund Raising
Tips for the academic leader — and those who aspire to be one — on how to cultivate donors, ask for money, and land the big gift.
On the Path to a Successful Presidency, Multitasking Is a Detour
Contrary to the advice given in two recent reports, prospective executives should be skilled in strategic leadership, organizational design, and team building — not multitasking.
Teaching Humility in an Age of Arrogance
Democracy can’t function if we don’t inhabit a common space where we can listen to one another.
The Professor Who Roiled Evergreen State Is No Stranger to Campus Controversy
Nearly three decades ago, as a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, Bret Weinstein almost singlehandedly polarized the campus by outing a fraternity’s lewd treatment of strippers.
Why Colleges Need to Embrace the Apprenticeship
Apprenticeships are no longer an alternative to the college path but a supplement that prepares students for careers while they earn a degree.
The Future of the University Press: A Forum
We asked publishers, press directors, editors, scholars, and other insiders for their views on the state and future of academic publishing. We got back a surprisingly wide range of views — and good ideas on how university presses are preparing for an uncertain future.
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Leadership & Governance
Colleges’ Message on Upholding Paris Climate Accord: ‘We Are Still In’
The presidents of more than 100 institutions have signed the commitment. Some of those leaders frame their decision as a way to fulfill one of higher education’s basic responsibilities.
How to Craft a Pitch
Six tips to help you craft an effective pitch that will get your article published.
Ms. Mentor's Summer Reading
Ms. Mentor has been recommending academic novels for Chronicle readers since 2009. See them all here.
Faculty and Staff Salaries at More Than 4,700 Colleges
Browse the data by state, sector, and Carnegie classification and break out salaries by institution, rank, and gender.
Track Federal Sexual-Assault Investigations
The Chronicle's revamped Title IX tracker features several enhancements. Search by college, keyword, state, or resolution type, read case documents, and sign up for alerts to stay informed.
Small Changes in Teaching: The First 5 Minutes of Class
Four quick ways to shift students’ attention from life’s distractions to your course content.