Blake Dodge
Articles
Higher ed holds higher standards for gender-inclusivity
A women’s studies professor at N.C. State University has taken gender-inclusive policy to a new level in academic writing — deducting points from students’ grades for what she refers to as sexist language.
Smart phone app identifies when user is at risk for disease
The UNC-Duke basketball rivalry is as strong as ever, but researchers from both schools have engaged in a team effort to produce new disease-tracking technology.
Community college transfers less likely to earn bachelor's degree, study finds
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University of Virginia fraternities face stricter rules
After a near eight-week suspension, Greek life at the University of Virginia resumed in time for the spring semester, but not without a price: a set of new, stricter policies regarding social events at fraternities and sororities.
UNC-system happenings for Nov. 25, 2014
Appalachian State University has experienced three student deaths this semester — two of which happened in the last 11 days.
For college grads, an improved job market, increased starting salaries
Since most college-aged students were born, there have only been five good college labor markets, says Philip Gardner.
Former Va. governor, political pioneer L. Douglas Wilder visits UNC
L. Douglas Wilder is a man of many firsts.
Q&A with author, North Carolina historian Jim Leutze
Jim Leutze, former UNC professor, wrote a book about the tumultuous history of North Carolina politics.
Report lauds short-term degrees
A new study suggests that short-term certificates offered by community colleges — which take less than a year to complete — show significant economic returns.