As academics compete for scarce resources, collective decision-making can lead to abuse — but that’s no reason to dismantle the system.
Why professors must teach undergrads to think critically about artificial intelligence tools.
One-third of people who start a PhD don’t finish within 10 years. Don’t be one of them.
President Janet Morrison on her first year at the helm.
Yves Gingras argues that ‘equity, diversity and inclusion’ bureaucrats are practicing the art of intellectual confusion.
Malinda S. Smith argues that equity strengthens excellence in university hiring and admissions.
Jennifer S. Simpson argues that universities must eschew neutrality to advance democracy, ethics and the public good.
Mark Mercer argues that the academic ethos requires universities to remain neutral on issues of the day.
Waterloo engineering students compete for glory with an AI-enhanced urban firefighting drone.
Learning to embed AI in the medical curriculum.
As AI transforms university practices, legal and ethical challenges are multiplying.
A team of international scholars tackles a historical work of epic proportions.
A scientific conference is no stand-up comedy club, but research shows a little humour can engage an audience.
Writing a book in retirement can be a source of immense satisfaction.
Professors enjoy enviable freedoms, but our inner taskmasters can put us in chains.
Two tips for a catchy opening that will make your proposal stand out.
