7 arguments against Obama's college plan

At the first of four public forums, critics weren't shy about listing their objections.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 11, 2013

Obama to name liaison between universities, development agency

The appointee would work within the U.S. Agency for International Development to tap higher-ed expertise.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 11, 2013

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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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Should admissions officers be looking at Twitter and Facebook?

Most colleges say they don’t look at social media, but the practice is growing and potentially problematic.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 11, 2013

Gore Vidal left $37M estate to Harvard

But the author’s relatives aren’t letting go of it so easily.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 11, 2013

Dobelle retires from Westfield State University amid controversy

The school leader had already been placed on leave over his spending habits.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 11, 2013

Colorado College application under fire for use of 'queer'

The school says it's welcoming, but one jobseeker doesn't see it that way.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 8, 2013

Education Trust VP nominated to higher ed post

Ericka Miller would oversee most government programs for colleges and college students.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 8, 2013

6 schools that mastered their campus emergency responses

It's not just about keeping people informed about the emergency, but about resources available in its aftermath.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2013

Study: Calif. Latino enrollments are up, but graduation rates are low

Only 11% of the state's Latinos have a bachelor's degree despite enrollments increasing.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2013

Dog trainer's lawsuit against Drake University gets green light

An Iowa court rules the service dog trainer can sue the law school.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 7, 2013

Massachusetts public universities drawing more students

Better facilities and funding are making state schools more competitive with private institutions. 

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 7, 2013

Obama's college plan sees skeptical reception at forum

One professor terms the plan's ideas "cures worse than the disease."

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 7, 2013

San Jose State forced to cut classes for spring

Budget trimming is announced days before registration begins. 

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 6, 2013

Jury awards former U of L employee $412K in whistleblower suit

The former marketing publications director claimed she lost her job in 2011 because of her complaints about wasteful spending.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 5, 2013

College presidents escape pressures by switching to smaller schools

Leaders are often unprepared for the complexities of big-time college athletics.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 5, 2013

Nebraska's state higher ed agency can't afford to hire new director

The agency says the cost of searching for and hiring a replacement is unplanned.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 4, 2013

Public feedback sought for Obama college proposal

The first of four open forums will be held this week.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 4, 2013

College still pays off despite cost, researchers say

Is college expensive? Yes, but it's worth it — although how worth it depends on the study you read.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 4, 2013

Columbia won't say how many students were punished for sexual assaults

The school is facing pressure to disclose the numbers.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 4, 2013

Va. Supreme Court: Virginia Tech did not act negligently

The ruling overturns the verdict of a wrongful-death suit stemming from the 2007 mass shooting at the school.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2013

New Cal State trustee a good match for online push

Gov. Jerry Brown has long been advocating more online classes.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 1, 2013

Florida faculty member reprimanded for slide featuring priest and toilet

The University of South Florida practicum coordinator says the images were misconstrued. 

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 1, 2013

Maryland agrees to mediation over historically black colleges

A judge found that the state is violating laws on desegregation. 

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 1, 2013

Strayer cuts jobs and school locations as income slides

Students from closed schools will be able to continue classes online.

By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 1, 2013

N.C. A&T suspends adjunct running for city council

Adjunct Jamal Fox allegedly violated a political activity policy.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 31, 2013