Cover story
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Extremism on Campus
The Far Right’s College Crusade
How extremists are infiltrating — and fracturing — campus Republican groups. -
Campus Safety
Could Political Rhetoric Turn to Campus Violence?
College leaders should be ready for protests, provocations, and lone attacks, experts say.
Highlights
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American Prospects
Why America Is Losing International Students
The United States may never regain its dominance as a destination for international students. Here’s why that matters. -
Data
These Are the Books That Colleges Think Every Freshman Should Read
Explore 1,064 choices on more than 700 campuses, in an interactive database across four years of American higher ed.
Also in the issue
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Campus Health
Indiana U.’s Vaccine Mandate Has Survived a Legal Challenge. It’s Still an Anomaly.
A federal judge upheld the university’s requirement that students be vaccinated. But other public colleges in red states have shied away from such mandates. -
Global
Biden Administration Calls for ‘Renewed U.S. Commitment’ to International Education
In a joint statement, the U.S. Departments of Education and State have proposed a coordinated national approach to promote American higher education and its global ties. -
The Review
The Colleges That Prospered During the Pandemic
A common theme unites Arizona State, Central Florida, Kennesaw State, and others that have thrived. -
Advice
How to Prepare for the Next Phase of Hybrid Teaching
Some faculty members will continue to teach online and hybrid courses this fall. Here’s what they’ll need. -
Studying Courage
Why Are Colleges So Cowardly?
Jennifer Freyd has a few thoughts about how administrators should — and shouldn’t — respond to people who raise concerns. -
Advice
Admin 101: How to Interpret Reference Letters
Be wary of rock-star recommenders, over-the-top praise, and glaring omissions. -
Higher Ed Under Biden-Harris
6 Things to Know About the New Title IX Guidance
The guidance is a stopgap measure, indicating how federal officials will enforce Title IX while the Education Department goes through the lengthy process of reviewing and revising the regulations.