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Short film captures the 'horror' of student loan debt
The film follows a young graduate as student debt anxiety slowly takes over her life.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2013 -
Enstitute replaces college with apprenticeships for tech talent
Enstitute is a low-cost college alternative for talented students with in-demand tech skills.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2013 -
Trendline
Mental Health and Wellness
This Trendline examines how colleges can address rising mental health concerns and support at-risk groups, such as transgender students and college athletes.
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Obama quotes Bush in Ohio State commencement address
The president delivered an optimistic message to graduates.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2013 -
Ed. Dept. slaps U. Texas at Arlington with $82.5K fine for downgrading crime data
In 2008, the institution incorrectly classified two crimes and left 27 incidents out of crime statistics.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2013 -
Higher ed non-profit makes horror film about student loans
The American Student Assistance is a launching its "Face the Red" campaign to promote its membership program.
By Wendy Parish • May 6, 2013 -
U. of Central Arkansas first to opt out of campus gun law
The legislation was co-sponsored by a UCA faculty member and state lawmaker.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
Harvard professor Sandel responds to MOOC condemnation
After professors at San Jose State refused to use his MOOC, Harvard's Michael Sandel replied to the criticism.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
Longtime UNC-Charlotte College of Education dean to retire
Mary Lynne Calhoun has been with the university for 30 years.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
Deep Dive
edX president on how MOOCs will change higher education
Anant Agarwal, president of edX, shared his thoughts at a panel on Friday.
By Davide Savenije • May 3, 2013 -
edX to announce 'significant number' of new partnerships 'in next few weeks'
Anant Agarwal, President of edX, made the comments at the AAAS Forum on Science & Technology Policy.
By Davide Savenije • May 3, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOCs, Coursera and K-12
These were the posts that clicked with Education Dive readers this week. Are you all caught up?
By Brian Warmoth • May 3, 2013 -
Calif. chancellor likely to be next Conn. higher ed system president
Gregory Gray is the second finalist to be offered the job this week.
By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2013 -
AAUP slams NYU over faculty controversy at Italian campus
The university allegedly fired three professors and reduced pay for others.
By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2013 -
U.S., Mexico announce Bilateral Forum on Higher Education, Innovation and Research
The forum will encourage broader educational opportunities in both countries.
By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2013 -
Canadian universities promise U.S. students an affordable alternative
The colleges plan to recruit American students by offering additional financial incentives.
By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2013 -
What is a higher ed CIO's worst nightmare?
Chief Information Officers at this week's Consero Higher Education Technology Forum spoke both on and off the record about their worst fears.
By Davide Savenije • May 2, 2013 -
University of Puerto Rico officials resign amid tensions
The largest public university in Puerto Rico is about too see a wave of replacements.
By Brian Warmoth • May 2, 2013 -
Marshall U. Faculty Senate votes no confidence in president
The university's Board of Governors is still behind the president.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2013 -
CUNY settles pregnant student's Title IX complaint, overhauls its policy
The complaint alleged a Title IX violation took place.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2013 -
Can technology prevent cheating in online courses?
Web cams and other remote monitoring technologies are being utilized to prevent cheating and increase credibility in online courses.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2013 -
San Jose State professors refuse to use Harvard professor's MOOC
Will MOOC-centric courses create a university where face-to-face lecturers become glorified teaching assistants?
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2013 -
Washington state project cuts college costs with free digital textbooks
The joint effort between the state's legislature and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation also offers print editions for around $20.
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2013 -
Lawsuit against Harvard provides insight on ADHD medication issues
The father of a student who committed suicide is suing the university over his son's A.D.H.D. diagnosis.
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2013 -
Colleges crack down on ADHD medication abuse
Just over a third of college students are estimated to abuse stimulants prescribed for the condition.
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2013 -
California faculty union files complaint against accreditor
The complaint accuses the accreditor of having conflicts of interest and violating laws.
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2013
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