More faculty join class action lawsuit against elite universities

Some of the nation's top instititions are facing growing claims of negligence in managing retirement portfolios 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 15, 2016

Dept of Ed denies for-profit request for non-profit conversion

The Department of Education takes another strong step in its pursuit of predatory institutions.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016

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Artificial Intelligence

As AI continues its forward march in education and the workplace, colleges are grapplling with how best to incorporate the emerging technology into admissions, courrsework and elsewhere

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Falling completion rates may jeopardize institutional value

A new study suggests colleges may be in peril of meeting federal definitions for quality in higher education, thanks to falling numbers in degree completion and student debt. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016

U of Washington regents accused of ‘sham’ presidential selection process

An advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against school executives, charging that trustees secretly met to hire a new president outside of open meeting laws. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 11, 2016

Ivy League colleges face class action lawsuit over retirement funds

Three elite private institutions are being sued for alleged mismanagement of retirement funds, spurred by a lack of oversight in plan management and potential conflicts of interest.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 10, 2016

Measuring the impact of poverty in education

The effects of poverty are far-reaching, but the Obama administration is hoping to be on the frontlines of eradicating the problem. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 8, 2016

When federal aid eligibility is tied to board membership

The U.S. Department of Education recently leveraged federal aid withholding to force ouster of a controversial community college board member. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 8, 2016

California policy requires college executives to justify off-campus work

The new rule comes after some high profile controversies surrounding external board affiliations, but some say the new rule may turn away quality candidates in the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Despite high public support, free college not likely a reality

A new survey shows 62% of Americans favor free higher education, but lawmakers remain divided on how to pay for it. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Facing shutdown, for-profit accreditor names new leader

Under continuing pressure from the Department of Education and amid downsizing and closure of member schools, the nation's largest for-profit accreditor appoints a new president.  

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Potential anti-male bias revives Title IX lawsuit

Columbia University is charged with gender discrimination in sexual assault case review and adjudication.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016

ITT to reduce enrollment by nearly 60%

Scrutiny from the US Department of Education is forcing the for-profit to cut costs in critical areas.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Colleges debate best model for surveys on sexual assault

Institutions, government and the private sector are developing surveys to best measure campus safety, but there is little agreement on best practices or models. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Benefits of college mergers don't always add up

Despite successes, consolidation doesn't always balance campus and community costs in the long run.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016

Liberal arts demand and summer slide: The week's most-read education news

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By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2016

Study: Rising college costs reduce Pell Grant impact

Public and private institutions are limiting diversity and opportunity with net-price increases on tuition.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

Zenith gets $250M in support of Corinthian revamp

The nonprofit group that bought the majority of the for-profit's campuses doubles down on career pathways approach.

By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016

Are think tanks key to academic influence on policy?

Faculty and campus executives may consider opportunities with policy institutes to gain access to lawmakers and industrial influencers.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016

UMUC cloud move breeds reduced costs, improved performance

Officials at the nation's largest public online institution recommend using SaaS for ease of use and fewer demands for faculty training, and getting buy-in from academic leadership.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016

James Ramsey resigns as U of Louisville president

Campus leaders and board of trustees agree to terms that end months of scandal, but political tension boils on for the university.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016

For-profit blames accreditor scrutiny ripple effect for closure

Pennsylvania's Cambria-Rowe Business College cites the federal government's pursuit of expulsion for its monitoring agency as the primary reason for its impending closure. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

513 schools on Ed Dept financial watchlist

Late or missing audits, questionable management of federal financial aid data and general concerns about fiscal stewardship are all reasons an institution might make the list.

By Autumn A. Arnett • July 25, 2016

Ed Dept seeks stricter rules for online degree programs

A new proposal looks to establish national authorization and disclosure standards for colleges offering degree access beyond their home states.

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

$1T debt marker puts pressure on institutions to ramp up affordability

The US Department of Education outlined its efforts to control costs and increase college completion, in light of the White House's new state of student debt report.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

3 strategies to make the case for increased budget appropriations

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities says clear communication about the need for public support of higher education is the foundation for investment, faith from lawmakers.

By Jarrett Carter • July 21, 2016