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Nevada PTA Sees Spike in Male Involvement
Wednesday, August 1, 2012 If Nevada families see more men around this coming school year, it may be because of the strong focus of Nevada PTA to engage men in their child’s education. The effort began during the 2011-2012 school year and resulted in Nevada PTA receiving the National PTA ...
By Lindsey Smith • July 31, 2012 -
In Defense of Algebra
Wednesday, August 1, 2012 I admit it: I am one of the millions of Americans who suffer from math anxiety, and my math phobia runs deep. I shudder when the check arrives after dinner, then surreptitiously slide it toward my math-proficient husband. I love all aspects of my teaching job save for...
By Lindsey Smith • July 31, 2012 -
Cal State gets tentative faculty agreement to avert strike
The California Faculty Association and the Board of Trustees will have to ratify the agreement for it to become official.
By Brian Warmoth • July 31, 2012 -
Shares in for-profit colleges drop following report by Senate Democrats
Report is latest blow to sector facing sharp government scrutiny.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2012 -
Education Department quietly backs away from state authorization
The decision was announced in five-page attachment to “Dear Colleague” letters.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2012 -
Is path to university presidency shifting to business officers?
Some at the annual meeting of the National Association of College and University Business Officers think so.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2012 -
Pathways Commission seeks to update accounting curriculums for next generation
Report acknowledges sporadic changes and makes several recommendations.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2012 -
New startups targeting tech in education
New companies are looking at ways to solve computer waste and business education problems in education.
By Brian Warmoth • July 30, 2012 -
All-online public university in Florida could be America's first
More than one online option is on the table as Florida's Board of Governors examines higher ed options.
By Brian Warmoth • July 30, 2012 -
For-profits grilled in critical Senate report
The report concludes a two-year investigation by Sen. Tom Harkin.
By Roger Riddell • July 30, 2012 -
Texas A&M outsourcing plan leads to fear among workers and vendors
North Carolina-based Compass Group is expected to take over maintenance, landscaping and dining services in August.
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2012 -
Michigan community college outsources campus security to private firm
Jackson Community College hopes the move will nearly halve its security budget.
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2012 -
The higher education tax credit debate
The Christian Science Monitor looks at the Pell Grant program, tax benefits and the returns on investment for government help.
By Brian Warmoth • July 27, 2012 -
Florida governor's higher education panel considers reforms
Panel remains confident it can meet its deadline.
By Roger Riddell • July 27, 2012 -
Experts foresee increase in remote learning amid concerns
Survey shows mixed feelings on the impact of online learning.
By Roger Riddell • July 27, 2012 -
Moody's paints grim picture for future of higher education
Ratings agency sees new problems looming on the horizon.
By Roger Riddell • July 27, 2012 -
Survey: Business officers surprisingly upbeat, express concerns about pricing
College and university business officers offer rosy outlook despite uncertainty in headlines.
By Roger Riddell • July 27, 2012 -
Fewer Virginia and Maryland parents investing in college savings plans
The rising cost of higher education has made it harder for American families to invest in college savings plans.
By Lindsey Smith • July 26, 2012 -
Mountain State University not enrolling students for fall
MSU is reducing the sizes of its faculty and student body in preparation for possible accreditation loss.
By Lindsey Smith • July 26, 2012 -
Yale drafts creator of West Point's leadership program for SOM
Tom Kolditz, a retired brigadier general who ran West Point's leadership training program, will take his expertise to the Yale School of Management.
By Brian Warmoth • July 26, 2012 -
ACE survey shows more college programs for military and veteran students
Study sees a slight rise in programs despite budget concerns.
By Roger Riddell • July 26, 2012 -
African-American education office announced by Obama administration
The election-year announcement comes as President Obama speaks to the National Urban League Wednesday night.
By Brian Warmoth • July 25, 2012 -
American Bar Association fines University of Illinois law school $250,000
The school will have to post a copy of the censure on its website.
By Brian Warmoth • July 25, 2012 -
Vermont governor's advisory group suggests privatizing more University of Vermont board seats
Nearly half of school's current board positions are politically-appointed.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2012 -
Alcorn State faculty given a say in fate of dean's position
Faculty may feel like they're rarely consulted in budget decisions at other schools, but not at Alcorn State.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2012
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