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How one higher education conference prioritized pandemic safety
Researchers are using the North American Victorian Studies Association's conference as a case study to help other colleges hold in-person events.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 10, 2022 -
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University of Idaho says it supports academic freedom after national uproar over abortion guidance
But the flagship institution notes those who violate a new state law could face criminal charges.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 7, 2022 -
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Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible.
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Are OPMs meeting college officials’ expectations?
New research from UPCEA and the University of Louisville explores what colleges like — and what they don’t — about online program managers.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 7, 2022 -
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Legal ruling may signal trouble for Biden’s Title IX plan, LGBTQ guidance
Judge rules against policies based on Bostock v. Clayton County, a case the White House used to support Education Department regulations.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 7, 2022 -
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Q&AWhy a state flagship will encourage all 30,000 of its students to open investment accounts
University of Kentucky athletes can now opt into new investment accounts. Program will scale up widely to prod more students to learn about finances.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 7, 2022 -
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Was the Education Department really to blame for Stratford University closing?
The for-profit institution's leader blamed federal regulators for pulling the plug on its accreditor. But experts say that's not the full picture.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 6, 2022 -
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Florida colleges work to recover from Hurricane Ian
Bethune-Cookman University's campus remains closed this week, while the state's public universities are at different stages of operation.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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More than half of ABA-accredited law schools accept the GRE for admissions
A total of 100 ABA law schools will accept the Graduate Record Examination in lieu of LSAT scores.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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Federal data change means colleges can’t count unfinished applications in admit rates
New IPEDS reporting policies could prompt some institutions to examine the barriers for students to finish applying.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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What colleges can learn from COVID-19 relief to improve other emergency aid programs
States and colleges should work together when promoting emergency aid for students, according to a new report from NASFAA and NASPA.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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Kentucky lays out plan for boosting adult college enrollment
Recruiting adults is key to meeting Kentucky’s college attainment goals as the number of traditional-age students declines, coordinating board says.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 4, 2022 -
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House Republicans want proof the Education Department supports academic freedom at colleges
Two prominent GOP representatives requested a briefing on the agency’s efforts, citing recent attacks on free speech.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 4, 2022 -
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California governor signs bill largely banning community college remedial classes
The legislation builds on a 2017 law significantly limiting when two-year institutions can funnel students into the noncredit-bearing courses.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 3, 2022 -
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Sponsored by TouchNetHow ID management technology can reduce staff workload in Higher Ed
Learn how your peers are using ID management technology to enhance student experiences.
Oct. 3, 2022 -
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More adults, low-income students enroll when community colleges offer bachelor’s degrees, study suggests
New research suggests four-year degrees at community colleges can help reach certain disadvantaged student populations.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 30, 2022 -
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LGBTQ students with campus mental health services have lower suicide attempt rates, survey finds
But only 63% of polled students said that their college offered LGBTQ-specific services, according to The Trevor Project.
By Laura Spitalniak • Sept. 29, 2022 -
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Education Department removes 4 colleges from Sweet v. Cardona settlement list
The agency said clerical errors led to the institutions’ inclusion on a list of for-profit colleges whose students can receive automatic debt relief.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Texting and chatbot company Ocelot raises $117M
The company has pivoted in recent years from creating videos for colleges to providing chatbot and texting services for students.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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UCLA buys former Marymount California campuses for $80M
The largest land purchase in UCLA history could boost enrollment and housing capacity. It comes after Marymount California closed earlier this year.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Libertarian legal group sues Biden administration over student loan forgiveness plan
The Pacific Legal Foundation argues some borrowers will be penalized by having to pay taxes on the debt cancellation.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Florida governor wants to stop colleges from taking money from ‘countries of concern,’ including China
Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, spearheaded efforts last year to more closely monitor foreign donations to institutions.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Congressional Budget Office: Biden’s loan cancellation will cost $400B
The nonpartisan CBO estimates that 95% of borrowers will qualify for forgiveness.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Here’s what happened when 3 colleges, including the University of Pennsylvania, went test optional
Over 1,800 four-year institutions are not requiring SAT and ACT for fall 2023, according to data presented at an admissions conference.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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University of Idaho warning: Employees who discuss abortion could face prosecution under state law
Classroom debate on abortion must be neutral, the public institution says. Faculty argue the guidance strikes against academic freedom.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Stratford University, an ACICS-accredited for-profit college, plans to close
Leaders blamed enrollment restrictions the Education Department placed on Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools institutions.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 26, 2022
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