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The Tensions Between Meritocracy And Equity

“Between those who see meritocratic admissions as giving fair rewards to hard work and ability, and those who demand that schools focus on students’ identities rather than individual performance, there appears little room for compromise. But the two positions have unexamined common ground, coexisting in the consciousness of students and teachers.” – Tablet

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What’s Really Going On With The Microdrama Boom?

“People used to compare the experience of watching prestige TV shows like The Sopranos to reading a great Victorian novel. By the same token, we can say that watching a microdrama is like being electrocuted onstage at the circus.” But what’s it like for the people making these things?...
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“Executive Privilege”: Trump Administration Refuses To Turn Over Records In Kennedy Center Court Case

A motion from Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (D-OH), a member of the Center’s board who’s suing to prevent its closure, is requesting financial and other records as part of discovery. As Trump is chairman of the Kennedy Center board, the Justice Department argues that these records are protected by executive...
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Thieves Cart Off 330-Pound Book Cover By Salvador Dalí

The large bronze plate, inlaid with precious stones and seashells, was taken from the Centre d'art contemporain in Issoire in south-central France. The piece is the cover of the Livre de l'Apocalypse, a joint project of 14 painters and writers including Dalí, Cocteau, and Cioran, calligraphed and illuminated on...

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The Jacksonville Symphony seeks Vice President/Chief Advancement Officer.

The next CAO will be responsible for planning, implementing, overseeing, and assessing Jacksonville Symphony's development plans in support of the organization's strategic vision and growth.
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General Manager, Campus and Event Operations – The Apollo via TOC Arts Partners

The Apollo seeks a new General Manager, Campus and Event Operations.‍
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New York Theatre Ballet seeks Development Director

The Director of Development is NYTB's senior fundraising leader, responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive development strategy that advances NYTB's artistic and educational missions.
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New York Theatre Ballet Seeks Administrative/Office Manager

NYTB seeks an organized, proactive manager to oversee operations for its professional company and ballet school -- all to support performances, education, and community programs.
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Art Gallery of Alberta seeks Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer

Art Gallery of Alberta seeks Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer. Salary range is between $160,000-$200,000.
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Assistant Professor of Dance in the College of Fine Arts

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Dance. Review of applications begins November 1, 2026.
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Director of the School for Classical & Contemporary Dance

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Director and Associate/Full Professor. Review of applications begins November 15, 2026.