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Deep Dive
With US dramatically behind in language fluency, should colleges fill the gap?
Some are considering ways to build language capacity to help students keep pace in globalized economy.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Study: Wage gap flattens between college, high school graduates
New research suggests that the proliferation of technology in the workforce has limited increases in the earning potential between the two groups.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016 -
ABA sues Dept of Ed over loan forgiveness denials
Four plaintiffs are accusing the Department of Education of baiting and switching on its loan repayment agreement for graduates working in public service.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016 -
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OpinionWhich is better strategy for revenue generation: Increasing enrollment or fundraising?
In a joint post for Education Dive, an institutional affairs professional and academic affairs professional offer guidance on balancing the top institutional priorities.
By William Broussard and Donovan Outten • Dec. 20, 2016 -
AAC&U President: Colleges must play larger role in defining, championing civility
Lynn Pasquerella tells the Chronicle of Higher Education that liberal arts training and social civility are continuing staples of college education.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016 -
ED publishes final rules on distance education
Colleges and universities will have to seek authorization from states where learners are earning degrees.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016 -
Can faculty productivity be predicted with an algorithm?
MIT professors have developed a data-driven model to predict the success of faculty — a system which could reshape conversations about tenure and research.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016 -
For-profit law school latest blocked from receiving fed. student aid
The U.S. Department of Education takes down another for-profit institution accused of predatory practices in enrollment and job placement for graduates.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016 -
NC political shell game set to impact higher ed in the state
Outgoing governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina lawmakers attempt to strip trustee appointing power from the incoming administration in what some are calling a play to create a one-party state.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016 -
Only 3 US universities crack top 25 of world's best producers of coders
HackerRank lists the top institutions for one of the world's fastest-growing industries and finds the U.S. falls short.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016 -
Measuring AI's impact on education and the job market
Virtual professors and teaching assistants are changing the traditions of the classroom, but they are also harming the workforce college students are preparing to enter.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016 -
How some small colleges are lowering prices, increasing scholarships to stay in business
Some institutions are following the Sweet Briar College model to stave off closure or merger, but is it too late for many of America's small liberal arts colleges?
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016 -
Barnard College shifts investment protocols along bioethical lines
The school found middle ground on supporting environmental justice while maintaining good standing in its investment strategies.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016 -
Missed enrollment goals and scandal best practices: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed's workforce development push and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 16, 2016 -
Accrediting agency president placed on leave amid community college controversy
Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges President Barbara Beno is placed on leave just six months prior to her intended retirement, and in the midst of a national controversy involving the future of the organization.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016 -
Tracking the digital evolution of higher education
The Chronicle of Higher Education looks back at 50 years of technological innovation, and its impact on higher education.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016 -
Study: Community college affordability crisis puts workforce at risk
An inside look at new research suggesting that more than even two-year degrees in a majority states are too high in cost for low-income students.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016 -
DeVry reaches $100M settlement with former students
The embattled for-profit giant will not admit to wrongdoing, but will pay out costs tied to loans, tuition and learning resources.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016 -
Tennessee college prep program helped students save $64M in tuition
An inside look at how the state's SAILS program is reducing costs and expediting college completion.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016 -
New report issues financing recommendations for higher ed sustainability
The University of Virginia's financial policy think tank has released its set of guiding principles in order to make schools more diverse, financially stable and more productive.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 15, 2016 -
Broad financial predictions for 2017 have higher ed implications
WalletHub offers its financial outlook for 2017, and many factors will heavily involve the impact of colleges and universities.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 15, 2016 -
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College IT leaders: The future of campus cloud technology has arrived
A new survey reveals that massive changes are coming to campuses in areas of data storage and collaborative research and learning.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 15, 2016 -
Audit: Former Louisville president broke several foundation bylaws
The transfer of endowment funds and foundation hiring practices are all in question for former executive James Ramsey.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 15, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Under scrutiny: What's next for the focus on university endowments?
Many argue the unequal distribution of wealth in universities points to ineffective aligning of endowment management with greater public interest.
By Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 15, 2016 -
At LSU, program closures, faculty layoffs threaten enrollment
Budget issues are forcing more tough decisions, academic turnover at land-grant institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 15, 2016
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