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Struggling law schools can expect tighter scrutiny ahead
The American Bar Association removed accreditation from another school, a month after it raised standards for bar exam passage.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • June 18, 2019 -
Universities push states to reinvest in campus deferred maintenance
The University of Wisconsin System is eyeing $1 billion as it and other public higher ed institutions increase spending on much-needed upgrades.
By Kim Slowey , Hallie Busta • June 17, 2019 -
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TrendlineEnrollment and Retention
A look at the pandemic's continuing impact on enrollment and how colleges can ensure students stay on course.
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Summer Reading: The changing face of the liberal arts
We look back at recent stories detailing the ways in which small private colleges are trying to stay relevant by rethinking what and how they teach.
By Hallie Busta • June 17, 2019 -
Capella U to open first student center
Following its merger with Strayer University last year, the online college is growing despite broader uncertainty in the for-profit sector.
By James Paterson • June 17, 2019 -
Accreditors aren't using data to improve equity, report finds
The criticisms come as higher ed takes a harder look at using data for benchmarks and as accreditors are in the hot seat over new oversight rules.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • June 14, 2019 -
What 4 recent edtech investments mean for higher ed
Funding for technology startups that support student success has swelled in recent years as colleges increasingly look to outside partners for help.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 14, 2019 -
Report: Nearly one-third of manufacturing workers have a bachelor’s
As a result of automation taking over repetitive tasks, more manufacturing jobs are requiring a degree or credential.
By James Paterson • June 14, 2019 -
Report: How states are planning to boost attainment rates
Ithaka S+R found more than 40 states have set goals to increase credential attainment, but they vary in their ambition and long-term success.
By James Paterson • June 13, 2019 -
Michigan’s voting rights initiative highlights a push to engage campuses
The state's move to resolve a student-led lawsuit comes as more advocacy groups are urging colleges to promote student voting.
By Anastassia Gliadkovskaya • June 13, 2019 -
Ed Dept unveils proposed accreditation rules
The regulations would give accreditors more leeway to take action against colleges and allow institutions to have programs approved more quickly.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 12, 2019 -
Technology connects rural students to college opportunities
Students in rural areas have less access to college and are often overlooked by recruiters, but virtual counselors are connecting them to institutions.
By Shawna De La Rosa • June 12, 2019 -
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Deep DiveHow colleges are bringing back stopped-out students
Sagging enrollment and a greater focus on outcomes are pushing colleges to reenroll students instead of replacing them with new recruits.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 12, 2019 -
Could the flow of international students from India be the next to shrink?
Following China, tightening immigration policies in the U.S. could weaken the second-largest supply of international students to American colleges.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • June 12, 2019 -
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Amazon expands cloud curriculum with bachelor’s degree
George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College join a growing group of institutions to develop curriculum with the e-commerce giant.
By Hallie Busta • June 12, 2019 -
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Virginia Tech moves Innovation Campus closer to Amazon's HQ2
The 1-million-square-foot campus, a key piece of the plan to attract the e-commerce giant, will be a half-mile closer to Amazon's new headquarters.
By James Paterson • June 11, 2019 -
Lawsuit: Indiana U told staff to downplay campus mold outbreak
As mold issues affect colleges nationally, several Indiana U students allege health staff were told not to tell students it may be causing their illnesses.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 11, 2019 -
What's in a microcredential?
Hiring managers want them and students are seeking them out. Here's how colleges can address demand for this emerging form of skills qualification.
By Wayne D'Orio • June 11, 2019 -
Despite fragmented market, colleges continue to experiment with blockchain
A recent Gartner report suggests 90% of blockchain implementations must be replaced within 18 months, but some in higher ed contest the "dire" outlook.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • June 10, 2019 -
Community college students more likely to take, prefer online classes
However, a new report from Educause suggests those students may be less aware of the support services available to them.
By James Paterson • June 10, 2019 -
Report: Program design key to successful free college programs
A new report from The Century Foundation hails the "astonishing" growth in promise initiatives but warns some may limit access.
By James Paterson • June 10, 2019 -
U of Alabama: Move to return $21.5M was over donor involvement, not abortion law
A donor claimed his gift was returned after he urged students to boycott the state, but emails show tensions stemmed from a dispute over an endowed post.
By Hallie Busta • June 10, 2019 -
New bill takes aim at tax breaks for college donors
The legislation would require institutions receiving federal funds to implement policies asserting that donations don't influence admissions.
By James Paterson • June 7, 2019 -
Report: Does the public have a voice in college accreditation?
A review of accreditors' public commissioners found many had strong ties to higher ed, prompting calls for stricter rules over who can have the job.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 7, 2019 -
How colleges are helping one city bring tech training to scale
Short on tech workers, Louisville, Kentucky, is tasking employers, funders and educators with building out a talent pipeline, mirroring efforts across the U.S.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • June 7, 2019
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