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June 12, 2020

Defending Against the Jacobins

Peter Wood

As college presidents shirk academic reform in favor of more activist programs, the question remains: Will boards of trustees walk with higher ed. leadership over the edge of the cliff?

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June 11, 2020

Murders, Riots, and Liberal Education

Nelson Lund

St. John's College was once a haven for students to nurture their minds through liberal education. Recent statements by the college's co-presidents may be a sign of changing times.

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June 9, 2020

College Presidents Choose “the Right Side of History”

David Acevedo

College presidents have rushed to issue statements on the George Floyd case for fear of being deemed racist—after all, we’re assured that “to be silent is to be complicit.”

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June 8, 2020

Let the Tweeter Beware

Peter Wood

Professor Charles Negy is under investigation by the University of Central Florida for alleged classroom misconduct—one day after he posted a couple of controversial Tweets.

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June 5, 2020

Midtown Campus: A Photo Essay

Peter Wood

A collection of photos from the streets around our midtown office, which has been under nightly attack for the last week.

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