How the Trump administration's H-1B visa changes could affect colleges

The restrictions stand to deter foreign students from coming to the U.S. and make it harder for schools to recruit employees, experts say.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 8, 2020

President Speaks: Why the U of Utah is investing in short-term credentials

The university is using coronavirus relief funding to create new opportunities for state residents to upskill.

By Ruth Watkins • Oct. 8, 2020

Name, image and likeness policies for college players advancing

One association greenlit new rules, and other measures for student-athlete compensation are in the works.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 8, 2020

How to build a dual-enrollment program that works for all students

Nine community colleges that enroll large shares of underrepresented high school students offer lessons for other institutions, a new report explains.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 7, 2020

Federal judge largely blocks Trump's diversity training order

It would no longer be enforced for federal contractors and grant recipients. Higher ed's top lobbying group supports the ruling.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated Dec. 23, 2020

Faculty confidence in online learning grew this summer, survey finds

However, instructors say they want more hands-on practice with teaching digitally and help supporting students. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 6, 2020

Colleges' coronavirus testing strategies inconsistent: analysis

An NPR analysis finds many schools are only screening students who feel sick or were exposed to the virus.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 6, 2020

Final endowment tax rules tailor the policy for colleges

But it's unlikely the changes will have a significant impact on schools covered by the assessment, one professor said.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 5, 2020

How can colleges talk about coronavirus deaths on campus?

Faculty members' responses to one institution's approach can serve as a lesson for others that may need to address this reality.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 5, 2020

CDC changes stance on coronavirus testing for colleges

The agency now says testing students and employees upon their return to campus and at intervals may be appropriate.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 2, 2020

The shift online has colleges looking to share courses

Dozens of institutions have joined consortia for exchanging online classes since the pandemic began, and new options have sprung up.

By Alia Wong • Updated Oct. 5, 2020

What happens when community colleges offer bachelor's degrees?

A new report looks at the impact across several factors of two-year schools in Florida offering four-year degrees.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 1, 2020

Ed Dept probe into free speech at public college a warning sign

Experts say the agency's investigation of incidents, in this case involving conservative students at Binghamton University, won't be the last.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 1, 2020

President Speaks: Why one college leader joined a coronavirus vaccine trial

Dillard University President Walter Kimbrough explains how the virus is affecting the HBCU and his decision to participate in the research.

By Walter Kimbrough • Sept. 30, 2020

Community colleges entered pandemic with costs in check: report

Keeping them that way will be key and property tax revenue can help, Moody's Investors Service analysts explain.

By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 30, 2020

More research ties uptick in coronavirus cases to college campus reopenings

The CDC found a significant increase in the virus among people ages 18 to 22 in early August through September.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 30, 2020

Does focusing on liberal arts improve labor market outcomes?

A new report from Ithaka S+R suggests that liberal arts experiences can have long-term value for low-income students.

By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 29, 2020

House Democrats' new relief proposal earmarks $39B for higher ed

Higher ed groups continue to request more funding, last week asking lawmakers for $120 billion.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 29, 2020

Why we should rethink how we go to college

As we begin to envision a post-pandemic world, it’s time we shake up our mindset on how future generations go to college. 

By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Social Media Specialist • Sept. 29, 2020

How liberal arts colleges are making international students feel welcome

Schools that depend on foreign learners are getting creative as the pandemic foils travel and the Trump administration raises visa barriers.

By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 28, 2020

Higher ed leaders slam Trump order on 'divisive' diversity training

They fear that the directive might undermine racial equity efforts, though enforcing it might be difficult.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 28, 2020

CHEA president: As accreditation rules change, colleges can benefit from choices

Cynthia Jackson-Hammond, president of the accreditor industry group, is optimistic new oversight rules can help institutions innovate.

By Hallie Busta • Updated Sept. 26, 2020

Could Trump's proposed visa rule cause foreign students to forgo US colleges?

The changes would put a time limit on learners' stays in the country, a move policy experts say adds more uncertainty and paperwork to the process.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 25, 2020

How can community colleges weather enrollment declines?

Public two-year colleges had the biggest drop in students this fall across the sector, contradicting some early projections students would flock there.

By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 24, 2020

Pennsylvania college system redesign full of unknowns

The financially struggling PASSHE has drawn ire for announcing plans to integrate several schools before details are ironed out.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 24, 2020