In defense of academic tenure

Article Abstract:

Tenure for academic staff can be viewed in economic terms in the context of the higher education labor market. It provides protection for professors from internal politics. Tenure is sought by staff and can bring benefits to both parties in the transaction despite criticisms by outsiders. This economic perspective is an alternative to the traditional view that tenure encourages free speech.

Colleges & Universities, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Colleges and universities, Economic aspects, Universities and colleges, College teachers, College faculty, Teacher tenure

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Crisp and even

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The history of paper money holds several important lessons for Europe as the new euro notes and coins are set to be launched on Jan 2, 2002. One of the main problems is preventing forgeries.

Prevention, History, Counterfeiting (Money), Paper money

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Catalog junkie

Article Abstract:

Catalogs arrive in the mail every day featuring all types of merchandise. One woman humorously describes her compulsion to purchase items she does not need or even want.

Column, Humor and anecdotes, Women consumers, Catalogs

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