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Purdue's acquisition of Kaplan faces scrutiny from regulators
The deal, which has been criticized by faculty and questioned widely, could change the way traditional institutions interact with their for-profit competitors.
By Pat Donachie • May 31, 2017 -
Colleges are becoming less economically diverse
Due to state budget cuts, colleges and universities are enrolling fewer low-income students, who often cost more to educate.
By Pat Donachie • May 31, 2017 -
Trendline
Emerging Technology
As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances.
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Questions arise over the application of online schools in Alabama
An inquiry into finances and academic rigor is reminiscent of the recent inquisition over for-profit education in higher ed.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 31, 2017 -
When scholars of color aren't considered experts on issues facing black America
The Journal of Political Philosophy recently published a 60-page article on the Black Lives Matter movement, but none of the three authors were black, stoking discussion about conversations that leave out those most impacted by their outcomes.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 31, 2017 -
The 2017 Class Gift Campaign Executive Committee announced the 2017 class gift, support for Lion’s Pantry, on Oct. 26. From left, Cassie Calia, director of events; Arielle Scott, director of fundraisi
Sponsored by Barnes & NobleInvesting in the Future of Learning
Penn State's bookstore to award $825,000 in grants over the next five years to seed new initiatives for students and faculty.
May 31, 2017 -
Arkansas State's layered approach balances cybersecurity, openness
A video from CDW's "IT Roadshow" series details how the campus maintains cybersecurity with 10,000 students and 3,000 faculty who each bring an average of two to three connected devices.
By Roger Riddell • May 30, 2017 -
Support grows for public availability of student employment outcomes
The "College Transportation Act" would allow the government to release data on student employment outcomes post-college, though some critics are concerned about privacy issues.
By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017 -
Educators can use digital literacy to combat misleading information
Students face a barrage of information, much of it inaccurate or misleading, and educators must teach tools of digital literacy and understanding to help students determine what is reputable.
By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017 -
Georgia legislator holds funding, bond approval hostage to wield influence on campus
A member of the state's House appropriations committee is threatening both public and private college budgets if campus decisions don't line up with his opinions on what's appropriate.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 30, 2017 -
Digital marketing and Mizzou enrollment woes: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on research suggesting higher ed should rethink early childhood programs and more here.
By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2017 -
New app vulnerabilities present new headaches for campuses
New research from the University of Michigan's Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department showed exploitable "wormholes" in 410 Android apps available via the Google Play store.
By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2017 -
Governors ask Congress to prioritize education, workforce development
The governors also requested that Congress work to ensure proper funding continues for state grants under the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, Preschool Development Grants and IDEA.
By Pat Donachie • May 26, 2017 -
Universities face cuts in research facility reimbursements
Indirect-cost reimbursements face potential cuts as Congress and President Donald Trump consider the coming year's budget.
By Pat Donachie • May 26, 2017 -
States consider cutting middle-class aid for higher ed
Some legislatures throughout the country, including in California, are considering cutting back financial aid for middle-class families for college in order to save costs.
By Pat Donachie • May 26, 2017 -
Study: Decreased community college costs don't deter students from 4-year schools
While decreased tuition plans do increase college enrollment for recent high school graduates, it does discourage students from enrolling in bachelor's degree programs.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 26, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Refugee students get a leg up at the University of Utah
While many universities seek campus diversity by courting full-pay international students, a scholarship program is helping resettled refugees.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 25, 2017 -
How are higher ed institutions rethinking layouts to facilitate active learning?
Learning spaces at Indiana University, San Diego State University and University of Mount Union highlight a variety of approaches in support of increasingly popular project-based active learning models.
By Roger Riddell • May 25, 2017 -
What happens to adult students who never graduated from high school?
Conversation around adult education is often centered around college, but the definition must be expanded to meet the needs of all students.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 25, 2017 -
Colleges continue to struggle serving diverse student population
Incoming college students are becoming increasingly diverse, but problems still remain for higher education institutions.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 2017 -
Millennials have difficulty discerning 'fake news'
There is more inaccurate and misleading information online than ever, but millennials report a lack of confidence in their ability to spot what is false.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 2017 -
Data: For-profits worst at graduating low-income students
However, elite institutions are preserving their numbers by opting not to enroll this population.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 25, 2017 -
Sponsored by Student Connections
How proactive CDR management is helping dozens of Oklahoma colleges and universities outperform local and national trends
Borrower Connect, a unique student loan management and borrower solution from Student Connections is helping student borrowers be more successful in repayment by offering support & education.
May 25, 2017 -
CIO details pros and cons of IoT's growing campus presence
While connected technology is bringing new benefits for students and campus leaders, privacy and security remain a concern.
By Roger Riddell • May 24, 2017 -
Group: Focus on employment outcomes sacrifices quality standards
Collaborative for Quality in Alternative Learning COO Tina Goodyear said in a recent interview that there needs to be an increased focus on whether students are actually learning.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 24, 2017 -
U of Iowa president continues to face caution and criticism
J. Bruce Harreld was selected as the university's president 15 months ago in a controversial hiring, and critics are still unsure of his tenure thus far.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017
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