Facing shutdown, for-profit accreditor names new leader

Under continuing pressure from the Department of Education and amid downsizing and closure of member schools, the nation's largest for-profit accreditor appoints a new president.  

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Despite high public support, free college not likely a reality

A new survey shows 62% of Americans favor free higher education, but lawmakers remain divided on how to pay for it. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 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

California policy requires college executives to justify off-campus work

The new rule comes after some high profile controversies surrounding external board affiliations, but some say the new rule may turn away quality candidates in the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Chicago State lays off 40% of staff

The embattled school continues to suffer from legislative budget gridlock and faces additional struggles with projected enrollment decreases for this fall. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Texas campus carry law takes effect with tragic timing

A law allowing concealed weapons to be carried on public campuses throughout Texas conflicts with the 50th anniversary of a shooting rampage at the University of Texas at Austin.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Potential anti-male bias revives Title IX lawsuit

Columbia University is charged with gender discrimination in sexual assault case review and adjudication.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

Can mobile tech help to reduce campus sexual assaults?

A tech creator says a consent app is a positive step in curbing sexual assault on campus, but some anti-rape advocates say the technology only complicates an already convoluted issue. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

Does gender impact institutional outreach efforts?

A new survey suggests that colleges should be more intentional and aggressive in finding and soliciting female graduates for donations. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

Dual credit programs help to spur affordability for students

Angelo State looks to new programs and dual credit agreements with regional high schools to foster affordability and career pathways for new students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

Embattled for-profit college network under new scrutiny

Former Maine Gov. John McKernan faces questions over the use of nonprofit scholarship fundraising for schools now deemed to be predatory institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

Home and Away, Today's Students Just Aren't the Same

Catering to this new body of nontraditional students is just the latest challenge college administrators and admissions staff must tackle to ensure the success of their institutions.

Aug. 2, 2016

Filling the void: How higher ed can embrace diversity in an evolving workforce

Experts say targeting the next generation may be the key to institutional success or failure.

By Shalina Chatlani • Aug. 1, 2016

Benefits of college mergers don't always add up

Despite successes, consolidation doesn't always balance campus and community costs in the long run.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Is 'family' too lofty a term for presidents referring to campus communities?

Using such language to refer to the campus community may be a reach for some.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Colleges debate best model for surveys on sexual assault

Institutions, government and the private sector are developing surveys to best measure campus safety, but there is little agreement on best practices or models. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Facts may trump rankings in college choice marketplace

A marketing expert says that college rankings and lists can be overcome by selling key facts that appeal to families. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

ITT to reduce enrollment by nearly 60%

Scrutiny from the US Department of Education is forcing the for-profit to cut costs in critical areas.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Boot camps aid military students in adapting to college life

Colleges are using intensive training sessions to help active and retired military members acclimate to life as college students.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Liberal arts demand and summer slide: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on food insecurity's impact on education, Coachella Valley's rock-and-roll superintendent and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2016

Zenith gets $250M in support of Corinthian revamp

The nonprofit group that bought the majority of the for-profit's campuses doubles down on career pathways approach.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

Pepperdine changes course on Title IX

The Christian school seeks to affirm support for new-age values of tolerance, diversity.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

Could CBE change the face of continuing ed?

A new report says the adaptive learning skill maserty model could be an ideal option for nontraditional learners. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

Study: Rising college costs reduce Pell Grant impact

Public and private institutions are limiting diversity and opportunity with net-price increases on tuition.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

How are Illinois community colleges rethinking remediation?

Bootcamps and summer access in English and math have increased student success on exit exams by 27%.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

UC-Davis law dean shares tips on building faculty diversity

Kevin Johnson shares insights on cultivating racial and gender diversity in a historically homogenous field of study.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016