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Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rules

Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rulesAcademics could soon be officially sanctioned in Switzerland for “unjustified” self-citation or claiming authorship despite contributing little to a project under a new code of conduct that could set a global trend. Switzerland’s new rules are seen as groundbreaking as they drastically expand the definition of scientific misconduct to include dubious behavior that has attracted increasing scrutiny but up to now has rarely been covered by official rules. “To my knowledge, this is the first time that a code of conduct is expanded by a prestigious academic organization to include several additional dimensions of how scientific work is done, credited, recognized, cited and appropriated,” sai...

Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?

5Jun

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Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?

Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?Get the 411 on the Financial Aid Process with Our College Admissions Counselors In addition to navigating the college admissions cycle, students and families need to prepare for the costs of college and understand the financial aid process. Much like admissions, there are a few steps that go into applying for financial aid, and it’s important that students understand every component of the process. Since going to college is one of the most significant financial decisions people will make in their lifetimes, there’s no such thing as learning too much about college financial aid. Keep reading for some crucial insights from our admissions counselors – and don’t forget to tune in to our Just Admit It! po...

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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...

4Jun

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Troubling AAUP report documents rampant violations of shared governance, with implications for academic freedom

Troubling AAUP report documents rampant violations of shared governance, with implications for academic freedomAs the COVID-19 pandemic warped higher education over the past year, an occasional point of observation was the effect that the financial strains wrought by the pandemic would have on tenure and shared governance. This has been an abiding concern of the American Association of University Professors, which last September announced an investigation into several institutions’ practices. Last week, the AAUP released its special report on “COVID-19 and Academic Governance” and, not surprisingly, it makes for unhappy, sometimes shocking, reading. As the AAUP’s report extensively chronicles, the institutions unilaterally shuttered academic programs and laid off tenured faculty without de...

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Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rules

Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rulesAcademics could soon be officially sanctioned in Switzerland for “unjustified” self-citation or claiming authorship despite contributing little to a project under a new code of conduct that could set a global trend. Switzerland’s new rules are seen as groundbreaking as they drastically expand the definition of scientific misconduct to include dubious behavior that has attracted increasing scrutiny but up to now has rarely been covered by official rules. “To my knowledge, this is the first time that a code of conduct is expanded by a prestigious academic organization to include several additional dimensions of how scientific work is done, credited, recognized, cited and appropriated,” sai...

The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities

4Jun

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The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities

The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities Figuring out which colleges you're interested in is arguably the most difficult part of the college application process. There's so much information to sift through—how could brief campus visits and informational brochures really tell you where you'll be most successful? This process is even harder for students with learning disabilities. You want to make sure there are programs in place to help you be the best you can be no matter where you go to school. If you want to apply to colleges for students with learning disabilities, this article is a great place to start your college search. We'll start off by talking about what these specialty programs have to offer before getting to the rankings. Afterward, we'll discuss the next st...

4Jun

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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...

4Jun

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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...

3Jun

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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...

Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?

3Jun

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Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?

Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?What Can You Do to Stand Out When Applying to Business School? Since the MBA admissions process is notoriously competitive, many applicants may wonder what they can do to help set themselves apart for the admissions committees. While there isn’t one secret to success, there are several steps prospective business school students can take to improve their admissions odds. From understanding the application process to finding their best-fit programs, MBA applicants need to do their research and stay on top of deadlines to enhance their journey. Keep reading to learn more about the MBA application process and tune into our Just Admit It! podcast episode for even more information on the topic. Stay True to Yourself Depe...

3Jun

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June 2021 Speech Code of the Month: Cornell University

June 2021 Speech Code of the Month: Cornell UniversityAs COVID-19 vaccination rates rise across the country and the public health risk of holding large gatherings decreases, colleges will likely be reviewing their events policies for necessary changes over the summer. One school that is past due revisiting its policy is Cornell University, FIRE’s Speech Code of the Month for June.[embedded content] Cornell’s policy on “Elevated Risk & High-Risk Events,” which was around long before the pandemic hit, lists various reasons students must file an “Event Registration Form” with the university in advance. There are some legitimate reasons why an event organizer might need to give a university notice about a particular event, like when they are planning a march on a street, and traffic will ...

Dance With An Admissions Officer: Eight Steps to Get You Admitted to College

3Jun

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Dance With An Admissions Officer: Eight Steps to Get You Admitted to College

Dance With An Admissions Officer: Eight Steps to Get You Admitted to CollegeOne of the great myths about college admission is that the process is merely a matter of doing your best in high school, getting good scores on some tests, writing a decent essay, and then simply submitting your application to the admissions office. Then you just sit back and pray that a college admissions officer will love you enough to give you the keys to the gate. Not true. If you want a college admissions officer to love you, you have to love them back. Admissions officers are people, too. They want to be appreciated. They want to know that you find them attractive.So you have to dance with them. Tango, foxtrot, waltz: it doesn’t matter. The steps are always the same.What are the steps? First, let them ...

3Jun

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Annual FIRE Student Network Summer Conference to take place July 16–18 in Philadelphia

Annual FIRE Student Network Summer Conference to take place July 16–18 in PhiladelphiaAttention students everywhere: Gather ‘round the FIRE.With COVID shutdowns now coming to a close, FIRE is once again inviting students to join us to discuss how to “ignite” your rights on campus, and to assert and defend everyone’s civil liberties. Our weekend-long conference brings together college students of every background and every stripe, joined by a passion for free speech, due process, and the essential qualities of liberty. It’s free — and it’s open to current students at U.S. colleges and universities (including incoming first-years and graduate students). We’ll provide meals, and a travel and lodging reimbursement of up to $500 to help you get here and join us in Philadelphia. For more informa...

Predictive Models for Academic Resourcing

2Jun

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Predictive Models for Academic Resourcing

Predictive Models for Academic Resourcing University leaders are seriously planning for the post-COVID world. This world will differ significantly from the old, familiar one. The possibilities for restructuring academic activities are increasing dramatically as graduate employment patterns shift and faculty and students accept new modes of digitally mediated instruction. Bob Atkins’ recent blog, “Higher Education: Are You Ready for the Economic Boom?“ speaks to the opportunities available to institutions that are prepared to launch “different types of programs.” But launching different types of programs brings its own disruptions and uncertainties. Bob focused on demand and competition, but the university’s internal operations also face significant challenges. My own recent blog, “...

1Jun

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College Planning

So to Speak podcast transcript: The Constitution of Knowledge with Jonathan Rauch

So to Speak podcast transcript: The Constitution of Knowledge with Jonathan RauchNico Perrino: Welcome back to So to Speak, the free speech podcast where every other week we take an uncensored look at the world of free expression through personal stories and candid conversations. I am, as always, your host Nico Perrino. We have an exciting podcast and livestream video for you all today. We’re going to be discussing The Constitution of Knowledge, A Defense of Truth which is Jonathan Rauch, his fourth coming book. When is it due out, Jonathan?Jonathan Rauch: June 22nd Nico: Very exciting. Greg Lukianoff: There’s still time to preorder. Jonathan: Mark your calendars. Yeah, the hardcopy showed up the other day. Greg: Woo hoo. Jonathan: There it is, back from the printer. Greg: That’s gorgeous....