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Richard DeMillo

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Richard DeMillo is Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and Management and director of the Center for 21st Century Universities at Georgia Tech. He has been on the faculties of Purdue University, the University of Wisconsin, and the University of Padua, but he has divided his career among academia, industry and government. He directed the Computer Research Division at the National Science Foundation and was Hewlett-Packard's first chief technology officer. His most recent book is Abelard to Apple: The Fate of American Colleges and Universities, published in 2011 by MIT Press.

Articles by Richard DeMillo


The Accelerating Pace of Change in Higher Education

Feb 8, 2017 · Richard DeMillo · Comments Off on The Accelerating Pace of Change in Higher Education

Judging from recent books, articles, and editorials, higher education is poised for a cataclysmic collapse. There is a considerable body of opinion that systemic problems such as runaway tuition, student … Continue reading “The Accelerating Pace of Change in Higher Education”


Accreditation–or Real Quality Assurance?

Jan 16, 2013 · Richard DeMillo · Comments Off on Accreditation–or Real Quality Assurance?

Higher education still relies on a weak accreditation system, but something better will replace it.


Taylor Walsh’s “Unlocking the Gates” of Academe

Feb 22, 2012 · Richard DeMillo · Comments Off on Taylor Walsh’s “Unlocking the Gates” of Academe

Let’s party like it’s 1995.


Reforming College Sports

Jan 20, 2012 · Richard DeMillo · Comments Off on Reforming College Sports

We need a “firewall” between big-time sports and university academics.

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