| Administration By Adam Harris The day of the secretary’s highly anticipated visit finally arrived and the expected commotion ensued. But as patience with the Trump administration wears thin among the HBCU community, the university’s president is hopeful. |
| Students By Katherine Mangan Enrollments in remedial classes plunged after the state made them optional for most students. Lawmakers now see that as evidence that the courses need less money, but educators say that’s the wrong conclusion. |
| Public Opinion By Eric Kelderman A new poll shows that many Americans think higher education needs to change, even as they recognize that it is good for society at large. |
| Research By Paul Basken The professor who leads the agency’s Science Advisory Board warns of the dangers of excluding academic experts from the panel, through Trump-administration actions or proposals in Congress. |
| Government By Kelly Field The Trump administration formally withdrew rules this week that had sought to strengthen teacher training. Experts say new reform efforts may come from the states, though accountability remains a patchwork. |
| First Person By Noah Berlatsky Scholarly publishers want authors to get permission to reprint any image, but does the law always require it? |
| The Chronicle Review By John Kaag A superb new biography vivifies not just his searching mind but his restless spirit. |
| Vitae By Viviane Callier A Ph.D. in psychology found her niche working with graduate students on their professional development. |
| Lingua Franca Lucy Ferriss is struck by the rise of “oftentimes,” especially in the South, where both t’s are pronounced. What do you say? |
