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The Rise of Innovative Campus Dialogue: A Closer Look at “The Vandal Theory” Podcast In an era where higher education and research are evolving at a breakneck pace, the University of Idaho has boldly stepped forward with a unique offering that bridges academic pursuits and public engagement. “The Vandal Theory” podcast is more than just […] More

The Significance of Convocation in Community Building Baylor School’s recent convocation ceremony marked more than just the official start of the 133rd academic year—it served as a powerful statement of community, academic tradition, and international inclusiveness. In an era where education faces many tricky parts and tangles, events like these are super important to reinforce […] More

Revolutionizing Academic Collaboration Through Faculty-Led Startup Innovation This is an exciting time for higher education and the local community in Spokane, Washington. Whitworth University has recently made headlines by launching its first faculty-led startup. This historic initiative has brought together two professors and a graduate student on a mission to bring advanced research into the […] More

Wireless Tapping: A New Frontier in Digital Privacy Risks In recent years, the digital world has seen a surge in innovative yet concerning surveillance methods. One particularly nerve-racking development involves “wireless tapping,” a technology that decodes laughter, whispers, and entire conversations from the subtle vibrations produced by a cell phone’s earpiece. While exciting from a […] More

Bethel College Awards Celebration: Honoring Student Achievement and Community Values The recent awards ceremonies at Bethel College have sparked a wave of admiration among educators, learners, and policy experts alike. In a series of events held throughout the spring 2025 semester, the college proudly showcased a diverse range of outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, leadership, […] More

Academic Research and Free Speech: A Tense Battle in Middle Eastern Studies The recent cancellation of a special edition of the Harvard Educational Review that was dedicated to Palestinian academic research has drawn attention to the tricky parts of free speech and political interference in academic publications. In the middle of heated debates over policy, […] More

Regional Barriers to Educational Content: An Opinion Editorial The debate surrounding the limited availability of educational content in certain areas is a subject that has captured my attention over the years. For many educators, policymakers, and concerned citizens, the statement “Sorry, this content is not available in your region” is more than just a frustrating […] More

Transforming School Culture Through a Cellphone Ban The recent state law in North Dakota, requiring public schools to ensure that all personal electronic communication devices are stowed away during the school day, has sparked an extensive debate that reaches far beyond the walls of the classroom. While many educators and administrators see the new policy […] More

Charting a New Course in Education Policy The landscape of education today is filled with twists and turns that affect everything from elementary classrooms to the lecture halls of higher education. As we take a closer look at state and federal education policy, we see a tangled web of issues that requires us to figure […] More

Virginia Higher Education at a Crossroads In recent years, Virginia’s institutions of higher learning have experienced a significant transformation in their governance structures. The changes, largely driven by political appointments, have sparked intense debates about the role of politics in higher education. This opinion editorial examines the impact of these moves, the reactions from faculty […] More