Higher & Continuing Education, Schools & Teaching, Education 

Now in its second edition, this book reflects the extraordinary growth in "the law of higher education" and the accompanying rise in scholarship and commentary on higher education law and governance. The need to understand complex litigation and its effect upon the governance of institutions has made the knowledge of higher education law essential to anyone in a responsible position in higher education. And since higher education cases are often proxies for larger societal themes- particulary race relations, fairness in the treatment of women, and the rise of the modern administrative state - this volume interweaves many of these issues as well. The case selection reflects major themes and issues. To this end, cases with interesting facts but less precedential value, news accounts of fascinating developments, and insights and articles from scholars and practitioners have also been used. The result is a unique book on a rapidly growing area of law and society. The second edition includes new treatment of practically all areas, but particularly academic freedom, sexual and racial harassment issues, the gender and racial composition of colleges, tenure and denials of tenure, religion on campus, affirmative action, and the continuing development of due process for students on campus. In addition, this edition incorporates the highlights of the first volume and major cases from the 1993 supplement. The cases and materials combine to make this the finest coursebook on the topic, and its comprehensive presentation and excellent reference materials make it essential for college attorneys as well. - from Amzon