Stanford CS+X degree blends computer science with humanities

Stanford is not the first to explore such a joint program as colleges work to offer students with diverse interests a way to see the connections among them.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 29, 2016

Why educating well-off white students is no longer enough

Sue Henderson, president of New Jersey City University, and James Muyskens, a CUNY professor, point to the nation’s changing demographics and economic needs in a call for equity.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 29, 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

Federal judge limits restrictions on for-profits in Massachusetts case

Strict regulations of for-profit colleges in the state were largely upheld by a federal judge this week, but two were struck down on first amendment grounds.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 29, 2016

How school choice could reduce student debt in higher ed

The school choice movement has led to a growing number of charter schools at the K-12 level and policies favoring private school vouchers, but what about higher ed?

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 28, 2016

Key strategies for developing a culture of innovation on campus

The president of Elon University, which has been named one of the nation’s top schools for innovation, shares his strategies for getting buy-in across the institution.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 28, 2016

Alternate Reality Learning Experience can be used for PD

While ARLEs are still not common in professional development, they offer faculty the chance to learn through play and experience some of the same positive outcomes as students.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 28, 2016

Average endowment returns at US colleges limited to 2.4% in 2015

An annual survey by Commonfund and NACUBO found smaller investment returns in 2015 than the prior two years, but growth persists.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 28, 2016

DeVry latest target of FTC in lawsuit over deceptive practices

The Federal Trade Commission announced a lawsuit against the for-profit university Wednesday, alleging it deceived students about their job prospects following graduation.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 28, 2016

New research raises issue with SAT predictability

A study released this week indicates the SAT has predictive validity across students, but doesn't have the same predictive validity across institutions. 

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 27, 2016

Universities boost collaboration, opportunities with '4-VA' cluster

George Mason University, James Madison University, the University of Virginia, and Virginia Tech have formed the 4-VA consortium, expanding access to specialized classes for students.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 27, 2016

Cyberattack breaches University of Virginia tax forms, direct deposits

The university posted a security advisory acknowledging 1,400 academic division employees' information was accessed.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 27, 2016

Institutions walk a line when donors attach strings to donations

Pure philanthropy and unrestricted donations may be increasingly rare as colleges and universities are forced to weigh their missions with the desires of donors.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 27, 2016

English majors' course connects skills to job market, could boost enrollment

Southwestern University in Texas offered a course last fall that gave English majors a chance to connect their studies with jobs outside academia.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 27, 2016

Chicago State in limbo without budget resolution

Illinois is nearly seven months into a budget standoff that has sent ripples throughout the state economy and threatened the very existence of the university.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 26, 2016

University press operations seek innovative options for improved financials

Even when university presses don't make significant profits, their role is considered important for the academic community, challenging directors to consider new ways to stay in business.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 26, 2016

College admissions officers increasingly turn to social media

A survey from Kaplan Test Prep shows 40% of responding admissions officers checked the social media accounts of prospective students and 29% Googled applicants.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 26, 2016

Liberal arts colleges, universities band together for digital services

The Digital Liberal Arts Exchange has been created to give colleges and universities a chance to benefit from the expertise of peer institutions and to share their service strengths.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 26, 2016

Higher ed spending up slightly, on average, among the states

Amounts ranged from .1% to 16%, but 39 states reported increases in spending, showing continued, modest growth nationwide.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 26, 2016

Five states see striking progress with corequisite remediation model

Complete College America's latest report spotlights work being done in Tennessee, West Virginia, Indiana, Georgia, and Colorado, providing a blueprint to create similar programs.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Harvard Graduate School of Education report calls for shift in admissions

The report recommends putting less emphasis on traditional metrics like test scores and AP classes, instead giving students credit to 'those who demonstrate true citizenship.'

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Mount St. Mary's chairman criticizes faculty for president's scandal

The chairman of the school's trustees blames a handful of faculty for leaking statements that encouraged them to stop thinking of at-risk students as cuddly bunnies and 'drown' them.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Business schools explore alternative models to compete

With the traditional MBA continuing to lose ground, business schools are retooling the degree to attract students with cheaper options that don’t take as long to complete.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Lawsuit alleges U of Alabama failed to uphold its end of scholarship program

Eric Suder donated $1.3 million to the university to support the first four years of a scholarship program for first-generation students, expecting the school to take over after money ran out.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Survey highlights provosts' concern over liberal arts, financials

Inside Higher Ed’s 2016 Survey of College and University Chief Academic Officers also asked about MOOC-inspired programs, academic integrity for athletes, and CBE.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 25, 2016

Presidents to watch, e-days, and tenure: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Gates-funded teacher transformation centers, the changing face of snow days, and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 22, 2016