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Florida A&M president resigns after botched $237-million gift; coping with a lone-wolf dean; the burnt-out professor who left his dream job; and more. ADVERTISEMENT [Academe Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. FLORIDA POLITICS [Charges of Political Favoritism Sunk This University’s Presidential Search. It’s Time for Round 2.]( By Amanda Friedman [STORY IMAGE]( Florida Atlantic University’s new executive-search committee includes Robert Allen Jr., a Republican lawyer who planted the seeds for the conservative takeover of New College of Florida. ADVERTISEMENT [Charges of Political Favoritism Sunk This University’s Presidential Search. It’s Time for Round 2.]( BACKGROUNDER [A Politician Vying for a Florida Presidency Complained About the Search. Hours Later, It Was Suspended.]( By Emma Pettit [STORY IMAGE]( A public-records request by The Chronicle sheds new light on Florida Atlantic University’s thwarted effort to hire a new leader. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT [Why Are There So Few Conservative Professors?]( By Steven M. Teles [STORY IMAGE]( The facts are beyond dispute. The causes and solutions are not. LEADERSHIP [FAMU President Resigns After $237-Million Botched Donation]( By Jasper Smith [STORY IMAGE]( Larry Robinson’s announcement comes in the wake of scrutiny over a gift that seemed too good to be true. TEACHING [Why This Professor’s Story Has Stayed With Me]( By Beckie Supiano [STORY IMAGE]( Michael Chen loved teaching. Then it all became too much. UPCOMING PROGRAM [The Chronicle's Library and Institutional Success Program | July 2024] The Chronicle is partnering with Ithaka S+R to host a brand new [professional development program for librarians]( in July. This innovative two-week program will help library leaders understand the many roles they might take on, boost the success of the campus library, and better align with their institution’s goals. Learn more about our seminars and workshops, and [register today]( Virtual Events: Tune In Live MENTAL HEALTH IN HIGHER ED [Student Mental Health and Safety]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: July 16, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET: Amid a mental-health crisis on campus, how can safety officers, mental-health professionals, and the campus police work to ensure student safety? Join us for a free forum. With Support From AT&T. [Register here.]( AI IN HIGHER ED [How to Develop a Chatbot to Serve Your Students]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: July 17, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET. Colleges are already seeing improved enrollment and retention with chatbots, but many higher-ed leaders still wonder where to begin. Join us to learn how to get started. With Support From AWS. [Register here.]( SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to essential news, analysis, and advice. Views ADVICE [Ask the Chair: How to Cope With a Lone-Wolf Dean]( By Kevin Dettmar [STORY IMAGE]( A department head seeks advice on collaborating with a senior leader who doesn’t play well with others. ADVERTISEMENT FROM THE CHRONICLE STORE [The Future of Graduate Education - The Chronicle Store]( [The Future of Graduate Education]( Graduate education has enjoyed a jump in enrollment over the past five years, but it faces a host of challenges. [Order this report]( for insights on the opportunities and pitfalls that graduate-program administrators must navigate. JOB OPPORTUNITIES [Search thousands]( of faculty, administrative, and executive job openings and [upload your resume]( to be searchable by employers! [NON-TENURE-TRACK POSITIONS]( University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa [Dean Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences]( Southern Methodist [Julia and Harold Plotnick Endowed Nursing Professorship in Global Health and Health Equity]( University of Massachusetts Dartmouth [Teaching Faculty I, 12-Month Salaried (Biology)]( Florida State University - Department of Biological Science CAREER RESOURCES [Preparing for a New Role] [Read the July collection]( for advice on preparing for a new role. Learn how you can prepare for onboarding, move into your new office, and more. NEWSLETTER FEEDBACK [Please let us know what you thought of today's newsletter in this three-question survey](. This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. [Manage]( your newsletter preferences, [stop receiving]( this email, or [view]( our privacy policy. © 2024 [The Chronicle of Higher Education]( 1255 23rd Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037