The Presidency

Ask the Alumni: The Results of a National Alumni Survey

Melanie Corrigan

Amid the pressures of shrinking budgets and rising scrutiny, colleges and universities may have some good news. Results from recent national surveys of graduates by the American Council on Education find high levels of satisfaction among alumni.

Boldness for the World: Advancing the Frontiers of Knowledge in Times of Economic and Social Turmoil

Lou Anna K. Simon

Responding to Theodore Roosevelt's call to "dare greatly," Simon and her institution have created a bold vision for pairing the university with foreign partners in an effort to enhance understanding and find innovative solutions for some of the world's most pressing problems.

Fluency Across the Boundaries: A Case for Liberal Education in the 21st Century

Ronald A. Crutcher

The capacity to link intellectual thought with social responsibility is fundamental to a democratic society. Here, Crutcher espouses the benefits for college and university students of receiving a liberal education, given the rapid pace and complexity of change in today's global economy.

Liberal Arts and Humanities Irrelevant? Not in Today’s Workforce

Kenneth L. Ender

Kenneth L. Ender shares additional insights and perspectives on the value of a well-rounded education in this article, which was written as a companion to "Fluency Across the Boundaries" in this issue.

Panel Member: Gaining Traction in a Global World

Eduardo J. Padrón

Eduardo J. Padrón contributes to the discussion on the new report from ACE's Blue Ribbon Panel on Global Engagement.

Social Justice: Creating an Inclusive University Culture

Charlita Shelton

How can postsecondary institutions create an environment that not only welcomes, but also actively pursues a diverse demographic? Shelton advocates for this change and shares methods to make it a reality.

Teaching Us to Think: The Role of the Liberal Arts

Lawrence Bacow

Lawrence Bacow shares additional insights and perspectives on the value of a well-rounded education in this article, which was written as a companion to "Fluency Across the Boundaries" in this issue.

By the Numbers: ACE Report Identifies Educational Barriers for Hispanics

The largest and fastest growing population segement in the United States is also having the most trouble accessing higher education.

From Our President: Forward March

ACE President Molly Corbett Broad discusses a recent alumni survey, the importance of globalization for higher education, and a recent ACE report on minority access to and success in higher education.

Legal Watch: Guns on Campus: What Are the Limits?

In light of several recent shootings, campus leaders are focusing on whether guns should be allowed on the premises.

Up Front: Winter 2011

Students Still Hesitant to Embrace E-books; Tech Trends on Campus; Global Enrollment on the Rise; ACE Assesses First Year of New GI Bill; Minority Trends in; Higher Ed: Going Beyond the Numbers; Going Global: The Risks and Rewards