Presidential ousters in Chicago and Tallahassee draw heavy criticism

Trustees are under fire at Chicago State University and Florida A&M University after presidents are forced to step down.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 16, 2016

Applications to doctoral programs decline nationally

A survey reveals that applications to terminal degree programs are down nearly 5%, a sign of declining educational and industrial value of the programs.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 16, 2016

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Enrollment and Retention

A look at the pandemic's continuing impact on enrollment and how colleges can ensure students stay on course.

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Student support a major driver of institutional spending

A new study reveals institutional spending has increased over the last 26 years in areas designed to support student outcomes.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

Study: Coding bootcamps yield high returns on job placement, diversity

A new study reveals surprising outcomes about the post-completion effectiveness of these niche learning hubs.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

Following a lawsuit over a campus suicide, experts talk prevention

A college student's suicide prompted a lawsuit against William Paterson University, and experts weigh in on how institutions can raise awareness and spot warning signs on campus.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

Colleges react to FAFSA changes

Institutions are taking varied approaches to new timetables and requirements for the common application for financial aid. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

Ed Dept releases new college scorecard data

The federal government continues its push for more institutional transparency with new metrics on its college rating system. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

What 6 higher ed CIOs wish they knew their first day on the job

IT leaders share their advice and words of wisdom for those aspiring to the role.

By Roger Riddell • Sept. 14, 2016

Poll reveals connections between college, professional engagement

A new poll of college graduates shows that engagement from professors and internship training pays dividends in post-graduate work experiences.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

South Carolina trustees owe state $560K in hotel and dining expenses

Gov. Nikki Haley is demanding restitution for more than $500,000 spent by university trustees in connection with quarterly board meetings.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

US News ranking prompts discussion of what constitutes 'best'

NPR offered a comprehensive rating of ranking systems published by several national publications, renewing discussion of their actual value.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

Higher ed leaders say industry is in trouble

Despite downward trending perspectives on the industry at large, executives maintain positive outlooks on their own campus operations.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

For-profit advocates accuse Dept of Ed of targeted attacks

Federal officials are denying accusations that recent rulemaking for student outcomes has been a singular attack to force the closure of for-profit schools. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

Could German vocational model be a standard for US workforce development?

The model of early industrial training has interesting economic outcomes that American colleges may find helpful in the changing demands for domestic employee preparation.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 13, 2016

How to define and understand higher ed audiences

Knowing the differences in expectations of campus stakeholders can make a difference in marketing value and fulfilling expectations. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 13, 2016

Code school network launches $100M scholarship initiative

Tech schools forge partnerships with nonprofit to increase access to emerging industry among low-income and minority students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 13, 2016

Industry bracing for the impact of grad student unionization

The university's collective bargaining and benefit increases show how graduate student labor reform can manifest for other campuses. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 13, 2016

Temple professor named among nation's top political influencers

Higher Education Policy and Sociology Professor Sara Goldrick-Rab is featured as one of the people responsible for a national dialog on college affordability, joining a presidential education reform team as the only education influencers on the list.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 13, 2016

In the student's college journey, the bookstore's an early and welcomed ally

As enrollments and student retention remain key concerns for university administrators and educators, understanding the kinds of challenges students face, particularly pre-college and in the early years of their programs, is imperative.

Sept. 13, 2016

4 issues driving the adjunct faculty labor movement

University Business breaks down the key topics behind the unionization movement taking place at colleges nationwide. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016

Building community through online learning proves a persistent challenge

A student shares her experience of dissonance between college access and lack of community that should be an essential part of higher education. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016

Real cost of campus carry significantly lower than administrators projected

Fewer than 1% of students are registered to carry guns at Texas' flagship, and the amount spent on increased security measures is dramatically lower than projected.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016

Endowment management questions find their way to Capitol Hill

Federal lawmakers will begin an inquiry into how colleges and universities are looking to manage tuition costs against billion dollar endowments. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016

HBCU enrollments up as students of color continue to search for safe spaces

A college president weighs in on why historically black colleges are seeing gains in student admission. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016

Student blasts U of Richmond officials on handling of sexual assault

A survivor's open letter to campus leaders reveals breakdowns in the school's handling of a sexual assault case. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 12, 2016