An 80 credit-hour bachelor's degree?

One higher education leader argues that reducing the number of credit hours in a degree will solve the student debt crisis and boost institutional ratings.

By Autumn A. Arnett • May 18, 2018

How should college presidents respond to controversial speakers on campus?

Leaders offer advice on how to deal with inflammatory remarks in real-time. Not surprisingly, their advice is as diverse as the reaction to speakers can be. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 18, 2018

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Mental Health and Wellness

This Trendline examines how colleges can address rising mental health concerns and support at-risk groups, such as transgender students and college athletes. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Asian students reconsider American higher ed

More Asian students are looking within their home countries for top-notch programs at colleges and universities.  

By Jarrett Carter • May 18, 2018

Institutional Innovation: Integrating sustainability to create economical, active learning environments

More institutions are investing in sustainability practices not only to save money, but also to provide hands-on experiences for students.

By Shalina Chatlani • May 17, 2018

Lawmakers propose free speech legislation following a year of campus protests

How demonstrations at the University of Wisconsin caused reaction throughout higher education and spurred bills in Wisconsin and other states. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018

Blueprint for student access or institutional attrition?

South Carolina approves framework to freeze tuition and prioritize in-state students, but campus presidents wonder how the plan can be sustained.

By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018

Michigan State announces $500M settlement fund for Nassar assault survivors

A historic payout looks to close a horrific chapter of sexual assault at one of the nation's premier research institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018

How a small college's CIO outpaced Harvard University's endowment team

Carthage College saw a 10-year average return of 6.2% on its endowment, compared with the 4.4% return tallied by the elite Ivy League institution.

By Shalina Chatlani • May 16, 2018

UMass controversy grows with executive no-confidence vote

A campus acquisition by the state flagship continues to roil attitudes at a smaller sister institution. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 16, 2018

Carnegie Mellon to debut degree in artificial intelligence

The higher education hub for innovation adds to its profile with the new academic offering in an in-demand field. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 16, 2018

Making each campus in a system stand out

The Houston Community College campuses were competing for resources and students. Now unique centers of excellence at the six locations give each one a recruiting advantage.

By Autumn A. Arnett • May 16, 2018

Fulfilling the promise of equal education in a diverse country

Professor Richard Greggory Johnson III advocates for increased mentorship programs in higher ed to achieve a more representative teaching workforce.

By Richard Greggory Johnson III • May 15, 2018

Building bridges between institutions and poverty in their communities

Institutions in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Illinois are working to develop stronger ties with surrounding areas to boost college readiness and student success.

By Autumn A. Arnett • May 15, 2018

Tennessee free community college yields promising results

One of the first free tuition programs for two-year students shows off a strong report card for its first cohort. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 15, 2018

For-profit promises students certification and job in one year

MissouriU attracted more than 10,000 applications — including academic stars — for 50 slots since launching last fall. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 15, 2018

Institutions struggle to find the line between mental health intervention and privacy issues

A profile of a student's suicide on campus reopens old questions about when schools are responsible for alerting others to a potential threat of self-harm. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 15, 2018

Better strategies needed to effectively serve part-time students, especially single mothers

While systems are starting to collect outcomes data for part-time students, the initial results show the needs of these learners have largely been ignored. 

By Shalina Chatlani • May 14, 2018

Cash reserves for Connecticut's higher ed system could fall to zero by 2021

Increasing fringe benefit costs and pension contributions could lead to significant changes for the state's two-and four-year institutions.  

By Jarrett Carter • May 14, 2018

In defense of administrative bloat in higher ed

Seton Hall's Robert Kelchen analyzes the statistics and trends behind administrative expansion, and why it may be a good thing for the industry. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 14, 2018

Student ROI more dependent on degree than status of institution

Georgetown economist Anthony Carnevale says the gap between the highest- and lowest-paying bachelor's degrees means that more students need less education — a reality that's impacting the value of institutions. 

By Shalina Chatlani • May 13, 2018

Virtual reality grows as asset in academic, enrollment management

Campuses are bringing VR technology to campus in the classroom and beyond. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 11, 2018

Is diversity hiring a threat to academic growth?

The Economist presents a stark view of how staffing a diversity office cuts investments in the academic enterprise.

By Jarrett Carter • May 11, 2018

3-year programs cut costs, time to completion

At least 32 institutions offer ways for students to graduate in less time, but most initiatives are traditional four-year programs squeezed into three years. 

By Jarrett Carter • May 11, 2018

Columbia College is latest to cut costs for adult learners

The private liberal arts college joins a growing list of institutions looking to bolster enrollment and opportunity for the new traditional student.

By Jarrett Carter • May 11, 2018

Yale, Duke, Colorado State incidents reveal miles to go on inclusion efforts on campus

Twitter was on fire with higher ed leaders who were quick to point that out.

By Autumn A. Arnett • May 10, 2018