Protests prompt new diversity programming nationwide

The University of Missouri leads a nationwide movement to bring programming and academic courses on racial and ethnic tolerance. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016

Private housing creates public problems for institutions

Colleges with exclusive residential agreements with private developers find crime, safety concerns generate public relations issues for campuses. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016

Utah inks credentialing partnership with video game developer

Students will now have access to a free certification in an emerging, competitive STEM industry. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016

Selingo: National tuition crisis requires new plan

In a column for The Washington Post, Jeffery Selingo offers perspectives on how to inform families of educational value, and to restructure the business model of higher education costs.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016

Clinton hire signals more trouble for for-profits

A key hire from the Obama Administration may spell continuing struggles for an already hard-hit sector of higher education if the Democratic nominee is elected president. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016

$40M gift earns donors the right to curriculum review

Wayne State University has a host of conditions it has to meet in exchange for a major donation from one of Detroit's most prominent families. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

California bill seeks new standards for religious schools on discrimination

A California lawmaker seeks greater accountability from private faith-based schools in their admission and retention policies. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

FTC opens investigation of open access academic journals

The commission's inquiry looks into allegations of high publication fees and a lack of credible evidence of expertise of published authors.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

In California, the spiral continues for ITT

The state levied additional sanctions against the for-profit juggernaut, bringing the company one step closer to full closure. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

Data proving to be complex challenge, even for IT experts

A new survey suggests campus technology executives are trying to muddle through challenges of data interpretation, conversion and usage in daily operations.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

Practices of teaching content: An innovative approach to assessment

This new 'road test' type of assessment holds promise in ensuring that teachers are prepared from the first moment they step foot in the classroom.

By Courtney Bell • Aug. 30, 2016

Ed Dept deals severe blow to ITT's survival

The latest round of federal intervention against the for-profit mainstay may be too much for the institution to survive.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

Cal-Berkeley postpones plans for 'global campus'

A long-term vision for an international hub has been suspended as the university faces a leadership transition and a multi-million dollar deficit. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

How to move on from an unfulfilled donor pledge

One university shares the experience of a philanthropic promise falling short and the impact it creates for budget and planning. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

Higher ed's outlook is bleakest in the South

College education cuts, achievement and job prospects are worse in the South than in any other geographic area in the nation. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

Rising costs boost out-of-state student enrollment nationwide

The number of individuals leaving their home state for higher education has doubled since 1989. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

Arizona State Action Lab promotes real-time adaptive learning

Officials say the new facility will adjust and develop teaching and learning modules to help students succeed at higher rates.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 26, 2016

Big Ten schools pace the nation in international student enrollment

Several of the nation's top research institutions have exploded with non-domestic enrollment, against a backdrop of rising tuition costs. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 26, 2016

University of Chicago leaders rail against 'safe spaces'

Northwestern University and the University of Chicago find themselves on opposite ends of the campus 'safe space' debate. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 26, 2016

Is tradition costing Bard financial solvency?

Some experts say the school's commitment to its liberal arts tradition and investment strategies is placing the institution in dangerous credit rating territory. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 26, 2016

Badges are essential to millennial college experience

Receiving and displaying earned credentials are growing more important to today's students.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 26, 2016

UNLV to launch video game laboratory

Sin City's flagship institution will soon expand its reach as the intellectual capital of the gaming industry. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 25, 2016

How technology strategy can generate billions for higher ed

Some experts say strengthening data processing and research capacity could save money and time. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 25, 2016

STEM faculty use independent analytics to supplement student evals

A new study suggests that professors infuse data to accompany end-of-term surveys to gauge effectiveness. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 25, 2016

Report: Post-baccalaureate enrollment in community college reaches new low

The number of adult learners who earn degrees from four-year institutions and who seek continuing education at community colleges is shrinking. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 25, 2016