ACTA is an independent, non-profit organization committed to academic freedom, excellence, and accountability at America's colleges and universities.
ACTA is an independent, non-profit organization committed to academic freedom, excellence, and accountability at America's colleges and universities.
ACTA is an independent, non-profit organization committed to academic freedom, excellence, and accountability at America's colleges and universities.
ACTA is an independent, non-profit organization committed to academic freedom, excellence, and accountability at America's colleges and universities.
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COVID-19 and Higher Education: A Reading List
April 1, 2020 by Erik Gross |
The spread of COVID-19 has upended much of daily life in America as individuals practice social distancing to slow the spread of the virus. Higher education has been particularly affected, with virtually… Continue Reading >>
Economics of Higher Education, Cutting Costs, Accountability
Should Universities Be More Like Corporations?
February 25, 2020 by Erik Gross |
I attended an interesting event last week at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) with University of Virginia President James Ryan. Titled “Should universities be more like corporations?”,… Continue Reading >>
Stress, Mental health, Accountability, Academic Excellence
Stress Culture: A Vicious Cycle
July 18, 2019 by Ariana Roberts |
University students accept the idea of “stress culture” as an unchangeable aspect of college life. An article… Continue Reading >>
Policymakers, Campus Free Speech, Accountability, Academic Freedom
Boosting a Culture of Free Expression in Michigan
May 21, 2019 by Connor Murnane |
On May 16, Armand Alacbay—ACTA’s Vice President of Trustee & Government Affairs—testified in front of the Michigan House Oversight Committee in support of House Bills 4435 and 4436.… Continue Reading >>
Trustees, Students and Parents, Governance, Accountability
College Leaders Collaborate to Address Substance Abuse
April 4, 2019 by Greta Wagley |
The most recent national surveys on college student drug and alcohol use have revealed some… Continue Reading >>
Historical Literacy, Civics, Accountability, Academic Excellence
Decline of History
March 20, 2019 by Michael Poliakoff |
Last fall, the American Historical Association’s (AHA) released…
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Civics, Accountability, Academic Excellence
Generous Thinking: Modeling Civility in Higher Ed
March 8, 2019 by Erik Gross |
Kathleen Fitzpatrick is the Director of Digital Humanities and professor of English at Michigan State University. She joined ACTA to discuss her new book Generous Thinking: A Radical Approach to Saving… Continue Reading >>
Liberal Arts, Cutting Costs, Accountability, Academic Freedom
Meet Kenyon College President Sean Decatur
February 27, 2019 by Erik Gross |
On our podcast, Higher Ed Now, ACTA recently interviewed Sean Decatur,… Continue Reading >>
Governance, Drew University, Cutting Costs, Accountability
Drew University Bets the House on New Degree Programs
December 5, 2018 by Erik Gross |
Drew University recently announced an unconventional approach to solving its budgetary woes. The University plans to expand program offerings, and then trim operational costs and faculty benefits. The University… Continue Reading >>
Trustees, Governance, Accountability
A Lesson in the Need for Transparency, Accountability, and Solidarity
November 28, 2018 by Erik Gross |
A faculty vote of no confidence against a college president is a common enough event; sometimes there is more pique than substance. But there are some significant issues at the University of the Pacific.… Continue Reading >>
Trustees, Policymakers, Philip Merrill Award Gala, Philanthropy
ATHENA Roundtable: Protecting Freedom and Safeguarding Value in Higher Education
October 29, 2018 by Elliott Cole and Nathaniel Urban |
Over the last year, higher education has continued to garner national attention. Controversial speakers, college closures, exorbitant tuition costs, athletics scandals, and lack of career preparation have… Continue Reading >>
Athletics, Accountability, Academic Excellence
The Road to Athletic Glory Crumbles at the Gates of the Ivory Tower
March 5, 2018 by Christine Ravold|
The late winter ritual of filling in the NCAA March Madness Bracket is nearly upon us. The risk-takers will bet on the success of student athletes, and loyal alumni will cheer their teams on, hoping to make… Continue Reading >>
Policymakers, In Memoriam, Cutting Costs, Accreditation
In Memoriam: Betty Capaldi Phillips
September 27, 2017 by Michael Poliakoff|
It is with great sadness that ACTA mourns the loss of Elizabeth Capaldi Phillips. Her career as a professor, scholar, and university administrator was one of brilliant achievement. It took only moments in… Continue Reading >>
Trustees, Governance, Cutting Costs, Accountability
Land of Opportunity
September 19, 2017 by Brianna Suggs |
From 1947–1995, “Land of Opportunity” was the official motto of the great State of Arkansas, before it was changed to “The Natural State.” Arkansas is the birthplace of Wal-Mart… Continue Reading >>
Trustees, Cutting Costs, Accountability
Calculating and Cutting Costs: A Q&A on ACTA’s Project on Administrative Costs
July 26, 2017 by ACTA|
Since “The Great Recession,” both public and private colleges have been feeling a financial squeeze. Consequently, reformers are asking important questions about improving efficiency and fiscal… Continue Reading >>
