Aisha Labi
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Global
New Law in Britain Pushes Universities to Help Stanch the Flow of Islamic Fighters
Many educators object to a new law that requires them to prevent the radicalization of students. But one scholar argues they’ve long ignored the problem. -
Academics at Risk
Scholars in Danger Join World’s Refugees
Not since World War II have so many academics fled persecution. -
International
Iran Signals Support for Greater Freedom in Academe
The changes could lead to new ties with American universities, but observers say Iranian higher education still faces tough restrictions. -
International
New International University Ranking Aims to Offer a More Nuanced Approach
Critics of the European Union-backed effort, called U-Multirank, say it is undermined by a lack of reliable data. -
News
Drop in International Students Worries English Universities
Experts say they can’t pinpoint a cause for the decline, but the timing suggests that tougher immigration policies may be making England seem less friendly to foreign students. -
Global
Independence Debate Divides Academics in Scotland
If Scotland leaves the United Kingdom, its policies on research and tuition could be challenged. -
News
Researchers Resist Pressure to Show Impact of Their Work
In Britain, applicants for government support, required to demonstrate the benefits of their work, say the measures are too narrowly defined. -
Global
Should the Audience Be Seated by Gender?
Controversial guidance from Universities UK has triggered a new round of debate in Britain on balancing freedom of speech with religious sensitivities. -
Accountability
Foundations Attract More Scrutiny as Their Influence on Academe Grows
But their role is not a particularly new one in the history of American academe, according to panelists at a discussion on Friday at New York University. -
International
Corruption in Higher Education Appears to Be on the Rise Globally
The problem has “invaded whole systems” around the world, and is even a problem in Europe and North America, says a new report.