Federal data shows increase in sex, drug crimes on campus

A report from the National Center for Education Statistics shows select campus crimes have had dramatic increases over a 15-year period. 

By Jarrett Carter • April 3, 2018

Embattled for-profit accreditor seeks reinstatement from Trump administration

ACICS, the organization painted as the source of for-profit fraud against millions of college students, is looking for reentry into the federal government's good graces. 

By Jarrett Carter • April 3, 2018

Facebook privacy concerns highlight combined data-ethics course adoption trend

Facebook is not the only tech company dealing with privacy issues, so graduates need to understand the social implications of data science. 

By Shalina Chatlani • April 2, 2018

Addressing needs of underserved students requires myriad perspectives

Leaders at the American Council on Education conference discussed the importance of approaching a problem from multiple viewpoints and with a forward-thinking mindset. 

By Shalina Chatlani • April 2, 2018

NYU training teachers to deter school violence

At New York University, aspiring teachers are taught strategies to identify and intervene in situations that could prove dangerous in school settings.

By Jarrett Carter • April 2, 2018

Are campus innovation centers serving all students?

Institutions have spent millions of dollars to create innovation centers, but they largely attract white males from STEM disciplines. 

By Jarrett Carter • April 2, 2018

Trump says he 'doesn't know what a community college means'

Touting the importance of apprenticeships and vocational training, the president seemingly dismissed the comprehensive work of two-year colleges.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 2, 2018

Mincing Words: Diversity and inclusion

These are top buzzwords in higher ed, especially during times of controversy. But what do they even mean?

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 29, 2018

Report: Digital natives prioritize degree program information in college search

Prospective college students' interest in majors exceeds their concerns about costs or reputation, according to EAB study.

By Jarrett Carter • March 29, 2018

Financial aid investigation prompts scrutiny at Howard University

Howard officials said that staff members received institutional aid disbursements credited to them while they were enrolled as students.

By Jarrett Carter • March 29, 2018

Akron president out after public pursuit of another job

A failed bid for presidency of University of Central Florida cost Matthew Wilson, on the job for just 16 months, his appointment. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 29, 2018

CIC report offers examples, guidance in campus innovation

Any changes, whether big or small, must be strategic and well thought out to maximize impact, the authors caution.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2018

Presidents weigh in on student free speech movement

Some leaders say colleges need to do a better job of making students uncomfortable with differing viewpoints, but in a responsible way. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 28, 2018

After regulatory bump, Strayer paces for-profit industry uptick

The for-profit giant is planning to open more campuses and return to its pre-Obama administration form. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 28, 2018

Texas A&M - San Antonio looks to city's culture and history to build student success model

Focusing on the area's heavy military population and large contingency of students in poverty, President Cynthia Teniente-Matson and staff send a message that "you belong here."

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2018

Presidents growing older, serving less time in positions

Mounting pressures around the presidency, and an aging population of leaders, point to challenges for institutions looking to fill executive positions.

By James Paterson • March 27, 2018

State version of Pell Grant program boosts graduation rates

Iowa's version of the federal financial grant program yields promising results for students from low-income households. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 27, 2018

Court sets new standard for campus liability

A California Supreme Court ruling could set the stage for new realities involving student safety and privacy standards. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 27, 2018

Rex Tillerson: Next University of Texas chancellor?

The former secretary of state could replace retired Navy Adm. Bill McRaven at the helm of one of the country's largest campus systems. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 27, 2018

Confronting the identity of controversial mascots

Institutions with American Indian mascots are dealing with their symbolic importance to some students and alumni, as well as their offensive nature to others.

By Shalina Chatlani • March 27, 2018

How vulnerable are you to a data breach?

Colleges are attractive targets for hackers. Here are some best practices for evaluating your institutional risk.

March 26, 2018

Colleges struggle to meet mental health services demand

Requests for mental health resources for college students are increasing, but institutions find accommodating needs grow more difficult every year. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 26, 2018

Model for easing tensions after tough battle over unionization

How administrators and professors at Macalester College worked together to build a path of mutual interests after a controversial season of negotiating. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 26, 2018

Campus innovation leaders say communication between departments is the biggest hurdle

Helping diverse departments understand innovation goals and approaches is a major step in creating institution-wide breakthroughs. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 26, 2018

UMD re-thinks campus space to better reflect 'the future of education'

"When we transform the classroom, we transform their experience" and promote a greater sense of support and belonging, said one campus official.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 26, 2018