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Pennsylvania looks to nonprofit for recommendations on consolidations, closure
Feedback could help the state save billions in higher ed spending but could erase valuable American history in the process.
By Jarrett Carter • March 14, 2017 -
Case Western Reserve offers best practices for streamlined admissions
A multi-team approach to application review provides a glimpse into great potential for efficiency.
By Jarrett Carter • March 14, 2017 -
Trendline
Student Success
Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible.
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HBCUs form $1.5M national black male teacher training initiative
Public and private institutions partner to offer mentoring, scholarships and training to high school juniors and seniors to spur interest in careers in education.
By Jarrett Carter • March 13, 2017 -
Accreditation council outlines the government's role in the process
A new policy brief outlines the ways in which politics and finance have dramatically altered the college accreditation industry.
By Jarrett Carter • March 13, 2017 -
Does instructional quality impact institutional revenue?
A new study unveiled at the ACE general meeting Sunday in Washington reveals the ties between student success and campus earning capacity.
By Jarrett Carter • March 13, 2017 -
Must a college president hold a doctorate?
A change in the position description for a new campus CEO riles some faculty members at the University of Montana, but some observers say the contemporary search requires flexibility.
By Jarrett Carter • March 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
4 trends poised to transform the future of higher education
At the American Council on Education meeting, one presenter shared his bird's-eye-view insight with attendees.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 12, 2017 -
Maryland's Kirwan: If diversity isn't a priority at your institution, get a new president
The former chancellor of the University System of Maryland called the diversity imperative 'self-preservation' for any leader in today's higher ed climate Sunday at the annual ACE meeting in Washington.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 12, 2017 -
Obamacare repeal could be bad for business
The elimination of the employee mandate might be celebrated, but could students soon be forced to choose between healthcare and education costs?
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Florida lawmakers target state university foundations on spending
State legislators are questioning if international trips, high salaries and wealth building are the appropriate use of funds from public institutions' foundations.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
U of Delaware hiring practices bring anti-nepotism policies into focus
Private institutions often walk a fine line on the ethics of business and hiring in connection with relatives and executives.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Projections see 7.2% expansion in e-learning by 2027
Platforms for online learning are expected to follow the success of other personal tech industries.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Chicago State settles latest lawsuit for $4.3M
The embattled institution finally wraps up a longstanding whistleblower case filed by a former executive.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
177 colleges fall short on federal list measuring financial responsibility
112 private, nonprofit institutions and 65 for-profits failed the U.S. Dept. of Education's standards for the 2014-2015 school year.
By Jarrett Carter • March 9, 2017 -
Higher ed places 6th in Illinois consumer fraud rankings
The state's attorney general's office has fielded more than 1,700 complaints related to for-profit administration and student loan debt in the last year.
By Jarrett Carter • March 9, 2017 -
Harvard law to accept GRE scores for admissions consideration
Citing a desire to diversify its student body, the stalwart in legal education ditches the troublesome LSAT.
By Jarrett Carter • March 9, 2017 -
Female participation grows, but gaps persist in research outputs
A new study suggests female representation is on the rise in higher ed research, but gaps remain in publications and collaborative impact.
By Jarrett Carter • March 9, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Wednesday at SXSWedu 2017: NYC's equity bet and liberal arts 2.0
Author Tim Ferriss was keynote speaker on day three, and there was no shortage of great sessions as the conference rolled into its second-to-last day.
By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2017 -
Can higher ed grow female participation in tech fields?
A new survey pinpoints a lack of mentoring and growth opportunities as two of the top five barriers to gender equity in the technology workforce.
By Jarrett Carter • March 8, 2017 -
U California System suggests 20% ceiling on non-resident enrollment
The proposal, formed in response to legislative threat to withhold funding, doesn't actually decrease the current levels of out-of-state students across the system.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 8, 2017 -
Rowan College at Gloucester County wants to change the two-year school paradigm
Ambitious expansion plans include developing a partnership with the local hospital system and adding student apartments.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 8, 2017 -
Missouri higher ed system faces scrutiny over executive bonuses, perks
Financial dealings at the state's system run countercultural to legislative claims of economic hardship for higher ed.
By Jarrett Carter • March 8, 2017 -
Revised travel ban presents same problems for colleges
A new version of the controversial guidance on travel restriction from six countries presents familiar obstacles for college students and faculty.
By Jarrett Carter • March 8, 2017 -
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Deep DiveTuesday at SXSWedu: Higher ed access and future-ready librarians
We've got you covered with more session recaps and announcements from the second day of Austin's annual ed innovation extravaganza.
By Roger Riddell • March 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
From immigrant to administrator: California Community Colleges' Van Ton-Quinlivan talks 'knowing the numbers'
In the first installment of a series highlighting women in higher education, the head of the nation's largest community college system details her path to executive success.
By Jarrett Carter • March 7, 2017
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