Policy & Legal: Page 80
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Examining racism can lead to ideal free speech climate on campus
A free speech advocate provides examples of campuses where debate over constitutional rights is couched outside of necessary dialog on race and discrimination.
By Jarrett Carter • May 29, 2018 -
Colleges strengthen professor-student relationship rules in midst of #MeToo movement
Institutions are taking strong steps to avoid perceptions of lax culture on sexual harassment and assault.
By Jarrett Carter • May 29, 2018 -
Are fears about preparing students for future jobs overstated?
Frequently cited data could be overstated or misleading, with some economists expecting many current types of work to persist amid innovation.
By James Paterson • May 25, 2018 -
Lawmakers propose free speech legislation following a year of campus protests
How demonstrations at the University of Wisconsin caused reaction throughout higher education and spurred bills in Wisconsin and other states.
By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018 -
Study: Program to increase college readiness among young minority men failed
According to a report, schools in a $24 million NYC program did no better than others at preparing the students for college or helping them get in.
By James Paterson • May 10, 2018 -
Study: Majority of 4-year institutions not meeting needs of Pell Grant students
Authors of the Third Way report that comes to this conclusion said leaders need to take steps toward the disaggregation of data around student outcomes and use that to boost outcomes the nation's most underserved students,.
By Shalina Chatlani • May 9, 2018 -
California joins other states in moving away from remediation courses
Rather than giving them a leg up, developmental courses are a dead end for many students and increase the chances they will drop out.
By James Paterson • May 4, 2018 -
Gordon Gee: 'The biggest issue facing higher ed is complacency'
Industry leaders discussed how the Higher Education Act should address institutions' difficulties embracing innovation while managing federal regulations during a panel discussion Monday.
By Shalina Chatlani • April 30, 2018 -
Advocacy groups call for civil rights considerations in HEA
Dozens of organizations are asking Congress to implement principles of access and tolerance in the nation's higher education policy.
By Jarrett Carter • April 27, 2018 -
ASU+GSV 2018: Our recap of the annual higher ed and K-12 innovation showcase
We've rounded up our coverage of last week's summit in San Diego in one location for your convenience.
By Roger Riddell • April 23, 2018 -
Don't look to Congress, HEA reauthorization to solve higher ed's quandaries, experts say
A group of higher education leaders at the Ronald Reagan Institute Summit on Education held in Washington, D.C., concluded that as a whole, the industry is performing at a C- to C level.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 13, 2018 -
U of Chicago police incident again highlights education's need to address biases
Whether confronting racial profiling by university police departments or overrepresentation of black students in national suspension rates, much work remains to achieve equity and inclusion.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 10, 2018 -
Trump’s community college gaffe, pop culture in curriculum: The week’s most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with a look at how Houston ISD is approaching community schools and more here!
By Roger Riddell • April 6, 2018 -
Kentucky legislators target tenure
Could a movement among college systems nationwide embolden their approach?
By Jarrett Carter • April 5, 2018 -
Court sets new standard for campus liability
A California Supreme Court ruling could set the stage for new realities involving student safety and privacy standards.
By Jarrett Carter • March 27, 2018 -
Hawaii lawmakers make major changes to open-source textbook bill
New proposal reverses course on textbook open-source cost-saving measure.
By Jarrett Carter • March 7, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Day 2 at SXSWedu 2018: Paul Quinn College’s turnaround, data interoperability and learning science
Students shared their experiences with mindfulness and more as the conference rolled into its second day.
By Roger Riddell • March 6, 2018 -
Grand Canyon's nonprofit conversion approved
The Arizona university's switch could be a case study for the resurgence of for-profit institutions under the Trump administration.
By Jarrett Carter • March 6, 2018 -
Can public higher education effectively fight for its survival?
A Louisiana State University professor takes his state's public universities to task, saying a lack of mobilized advocacy is to blame for their decimated condition.
By Jarrett Carter • March 6, 2018 -
Institutional autonomy and the social contract: How higher ed must leverage uniqueness to improve quality
Is a "delusion of excellence" in higher education keeping the enterprise from fulfilling the mission of turning out educated workers?
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 1, 2018 -
Strengthening ethics in college-private sector relationships
Partnerships between institutions and companies can blur the lines on responsible behaviors and outcomes.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Leading Thoughts: It's time for campus leaders to ramp up lobbying against guns on campus
As the country focuses on the high school shooting in Parkland, FL, higher ed must lead on efforts to prevent campus tragedies.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Feb. 22, 2018 -
How Clemson University prospers amid South Carolina's higher ed budget woes
Policymakers are calling on the state's institutions to consider affordability — with Clemson being singled out as a model for others to emulate.
By Shalina Chatlani • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Scheduling, budgets and AI innovation: The week’s most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the need for a fresh look at kindergarten policies and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 16, 2018 -
Illinois looks to shift pension, healthcare costs to K-12 schools, higher ed
Gov. Bruce Rauner said reforms in his budget proposal would enable the state to spend a record amount on school districts, community colleges and universities.
By Jeremy House • Feb. 16, 2018
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