Penn GSE News Archive
University of Arizona Looks to "Reset" Athletics Budget
Karen Weaver observes that the expansion of staff and increase in salaries are significant factors contributing to the financial deficits commonly seen in college athletics.
PennWest is struggling. Its campuses are experiencing those challenges differently.
Joni Finney believes it's too early to judge PennWest University's success post-merger and advocates for innovative leadership from non-traditional backgrounds to address its challenges.
How to Refresh a Dwindling Pipeline of STEM Teachers? Researchers Share Strategies
Richard Ingersoll identifies a critical issue in education: the mismatch between the growing number of STEM classes and the declining preparation of teachers for these subjects. He notes the shift towards less experienced teachers, contributing to a "revolving door" phenomenon in schools, which impacts teacher retention and student learning.
A Global Intifada Sounds Scary, but "You Can't Just Limit Any Speech That Might Promote Violence"
Sigal Ben-Porath suggests that campuses should balance inclusion with free speech through specific rules, acknowledging the complexity of navigating controversial speech without undermining safety or diversity.
For Some Young People, a College Degree Is Not Worth the Debt
Laura Perna suggests that while community college is often promoted as an affordable educational route, it's not a universal solution due to limitations like accessibility and credit transfer issues, and emphasizes the need for a reevaluation of who bears the costs of higher education, advocating for a role for state and federal governments in making it more accessible and affordable.
