Higher Ed: Page 404
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Are online master's degrees the next big thing?
Does Georgia Tech's program represent a tipping point for MOOCs?
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 19, 2013 -
U. of Kansas fundraising dwarfs state's budget cuts
Since 2010, the school has raised 3,100% more than the state plans to cut over the next two years.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Northeastern Illinois U's CIO talks IT in a purely commuter environment
Northeastern Illinois University CIO Kim Tracy spoke with Education Dive about the IT pros and cons of a commuter university and how a 4G cell site makes things easier.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
University of Michigan pulls invitation to Alice Walker
The reason for rescinding the invitation to "The Color Purple" author is not clear.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
What will revolutionize higher ed? Not MOOCs
One professor says MOOCs get all the attention, but 'big data' will foster the true revolution.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Professors on Maryland campus getting bulletproof whiteboards
Saying campus violence is a "reality," school plans to spend $60,000.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Dongguk University's lawsuit against Yale rejected by Appeals Court
The South Korean institution alleged the Ivy League damaged its reputation with a mistaken confirmation.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 15, 2013 -
NYU ends second home loans for top profs, announces Sexton's departure
Will the changes put an end to faculty unrest?
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 15, 2013 -
Deep Dive
MOOCs by the numbers: How do EdX, Coursera and Udacity stack up?
See how the biggest names in MOOCs compare side-by-side.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
Department of Education changes PLUS loans
Black college presidents and lawmakers had pushed for changes to help families qualify for the aid.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
Dartmouth president rescinds dean's appointment after remarks on gays
Past remarks about homosexuality lead to a change of leadership for the school's ethics center.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
What defines a MOOC?
MOOCs are massive, open and online — but there's no one model for meeting all the criteria.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
IBM partners with 9 schools to expand 'big data' education
The nine global institutions will introduce curricula, courses or degrees meant to better prepare students to interpret big data.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 14, 2013 -
These are the Sierra Club's 10 greenest universities for 2013
The organization ranked 162 schools based on their quantifiable responses to an extensive questionnaire.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Education undersecretary Martha Kanter resigns
Kanter oversaw numerous key areas of higher education policy.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 14, 2013 -
CUNY signs $21M Pepsi deal amid calls to ban Coke products
The 10-year deal gives the soda maker exclusive distribution rights on all 24 CUNY campuses.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Tech companies looking for money, inroads in education
Big investments flow into education technology, but the winners and losers are not yet clear.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Government warns accreditor of community colleges
The Department of Education says there are 4 areas where the accreditor does not meet federal standards.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Texas high school to offer associate's degrees
Textbooks and instruction will be free to students.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
La. House Speaker to higher ed leaders: Draw up a funding plan
Funding for education has fallen almost $700 million in the last five years.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Salem State University preparing for new library's opening
The school has used an interim library for nearly six years.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Boston University students can now choose gender neutral housing
The new housing option may be available as early as fall.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Advocacy group applauds Obama's push to improve vets' college experience
The president unveiled the administration's step-by-step guide for supporting veterans on campus last weekend.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Unemployed new grads skew jobless numbers
Summer sees unemployment rates for new graduates surge, but numbers decline with time, a study says.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Louisiana colleges hit hard in budget cuts
Funding is being cut for the fifth year in a row.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 13, 2013
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