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Lawsuit against DeVry University alleges bribery, federal law violations
A former employee's suit brings a pile a of accusations against the company in San Diego.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 29, 2013 -
Wellesley, Dickinson presidents debate MOOC 'revolution'
In response to Thomas L. Friedman's proclamation that the MOOC revolution is here and now, five university leaders have provided their expert opinions.
By Davide Savenije • Jan. 29, 2013 -
Trendline
Emerging Technology
As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances.
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New America Foundation's student aid reform report focuses on Pell Grant
The report is among 16 commissioned by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2013 -
New nonprofit seeks open access for the humanities
The project's founders envision a Public Library of Science-style model.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2013 -
Study shows student preference for colleges that spend big on amenities over academics
Should "college as a country club" prevail over academics?
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2013 -
Problems facing for-profits create uncertainty for online adjuncts
Adjuncts teaching online at for-profits have faced declining opportunities in recent years.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2013 -
'Gang of Eight' senators reveal bipartisan immigration overhaul plan
The plan includes support for a key DREAM Act provision.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 28, 2013 -
Bloomberg donates $350M to Johns Hopkins
With his latest gift, Michael Bloomberg is the largest living donor to any educational institution in the U.S.
By Davide Savenije • Jan. 28, 2013 -
From Davos 2013: Higher ed monopoly is over, university leaders agree
Consensus at Davos 2013: MOOCs here to stay, university monopoly over.
By Davide Savenije • Jan. 28, 2013 -
Deep Dive
What are the world's 10 most sustainable campuses doing right?
Water conservation, light bulb switches and commuting initiatives have added up to big savings and lighter footprints from Los Angeles to Ireland.
By Nicole Raz • Jan. 28, 2013 -
Study finds that millions of college graduates work jobs that don't require a degree
Are there more graduates than there are jobs available?
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 28, 2013 -
UNC research center forms robotics research partnership
The two entities will work together to advance the uses of applied robotics in several fields.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 28, 2013 -
DREAM Act advocates are hopeful about expected push for immigration reform
Will comprehensive reform provide the DREAM Act with a pathway to passage?
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 28, 2013 -
Fairness For Struggling Students Act seeks private student loan bankruptcy reform
Legislation making private student loans ineligible for bankruptcy was passed in 2005.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 27, 2013 -
Bucknell reveals that it reported inaccurate test scores for the past six years
The university joins the list of schools that have come clean about reporting false data in recent years.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: Online degrees and Dartmouth credits
As MOOCs advanced towards accreditation this week, an arts movement gained a little STEAM.
By Davide Savenije • Jan. 25, 2013 -
New research suggests higher spending per student doesn't impact educational quality
Do elite private schools only provide the illusion of a better education?
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 25, 2013 -
U. of Texas leaders make pitches for bond money to regents
Around 35 other public institutions are seeking bond money from the legislature.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
U. of Michigan to fill social media director position after first director's controversial resignation
Original director Jordan Miller presented inaccurate information on her resume.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
U. of Wisconsin-Stout launches free mobile app for students
The app's features extend beyond basic campus information.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
Cal State trustees approve plan limiting course units for most majors to 120
The new standards must be implemented by fall 2014.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
Hundreds of Pa. state university faculty demonstrate over contract dispute
A strike may be imminent if a settlement isn't reached soon.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
The top 10 MBA programs for green business
Bloomberg Businessweek surveyed recent graduates to come up with a list of the best MBA programs based on sustainability offerings.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 24, 2013 -
Online educators draft 'Bill of Rights' for MOOC students
The document is meant to protect students from MOOCs becoming an "Instagram of higher ed."
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013 -
World Bank's International Finance Corporation invests $150 million in for-profit education company
The IFC has made previous investments in the company.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2013
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