Why philanthropy merits scholarly study
As giving grows in importance, universities need to engage seriously with the topic, says Charles Keidan
As giving grows in importance, universities need to engage seriously with the topic, says Charles Keidan
Academe could become a largely 'female' profession by 2020. But although women are taking over at lower levels, they continue to struggle to break into top jobs. Is this due to persistent bias or are...
Five students on how doctoral study changed them and their futures
Student numbers will be uncapped from 2015. Chris Havergal examines arguments for and against expansion
The year’s best reads for work and pleasure, chosen by scholars and senior figures in the sector
They may (almost) all be white men in suits but that doesn’t mean that all vice-chancellors are the same, says Jack Grove. So which tribe does your v-c belong to?
The stealthy rise of private pre-degree courses
Advisers, administrators, trusted vice-chancellorial aides and henchmen: Mark Leach considers the rise of the 'policy wonks' and the mixed reception afforded a new force in the higher education...
Lara Cook lauds a study of the comrades who kept the Man of Steel company for 30 years
Despite exhortations to academics to collaborate, jointly authored research still draws some suspicion. Co-authors Janet Beer and Avril Horner are adamant that, with the right chemistry, such efforts...
Matthew Reisz talks to the movers and shakers of the past 40 years who made Times Higher Education what it is today
Romantic attractions between teacher and student may be as old as pedagogy itself, but now such relationships cause people to worry about abuses of power and litigation. Only half of institutions...
Scholars and senior sector figures reveal their favourites – read for work, for pleasure, or both – of the titles published this year
A university's brand - crucial in helping to attract students, staff and funding - is built on esteem. Times Higher Education's first World Reputation Rankings reveal how academics view the strength...