Policy & Legal: Page 89


  • No marijuana on campus — even for medicinal use

    Like other institutions nationwide, Redlands Community College is r​eluctant to allow the drug on site, even if it's been prescribed by a doctor.

    By James Paterson • July 26, 2018
  • Aim Higher and PROSPER on the table: What's the takeaway for higher ed leaders?

    Pay attention to bipartisan conversations and regulatory processes, say education policy experts. 

    By Shalina Chatlani • July 26, 2018
  • Trendline

    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, coursework and elsewhere.

    By Higher Ed Dive staff
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    Seeking culture change: How to effectively communicate the benefits of institutional R&D

    To maintain funding and support, university leaders must explain the purpose of research as a societal good. 

    By Shalina Chatlani • July 24, 2018
  • U of Illinois Chicago campus to acquire nearby law school

    UI is adding the historic John Marshall Law School, but some critics are concerned that law school enrollments nationwide are dropping.

    By James Paterson • July 23, 2018
  • New wave of city-university partnerships taking shape

    Cooperation between institutions and communities are generating innovative projects and opportunities for students and local residents.

    By James Paterson • July 23, 2018
  • Addressing international R&D security concerns without squashing innovation

    Top academic research leaders provide examples of how to protect data procured with overseas partners without compromising security.

    By Shalina Chatlani • July 20, 2018
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    New Chicago college opens for Latino students

    The institution still has to prove its success before receiving accreditation. 

    By James Paterson • July 20, 2018
  • Hollins U to replace faculty housing with new student facility

    Following a trend to provide up-to-date amenities, dated facilities are being torn down to make room for students living and potentially stores and restaurants.

    By James Paterson • July 20, 2018
  • Americans overwhelmingly support higher education funding, report shows

    A Columbia University survey shows that consumers support public funding of higher education, despite policymakers and critics questioning the value of a degree. 

    By Shalina Chatlani , James Paterson • July 19, 2018
  • Sophisticated use of data in college recruiting grows

    Institutions are targeting potential enrollees with more and better information about their interests and personalities.

    By James Paterson • July 19, 2018
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    St. John's College teaching students to 'learn how to learn'

    The small liberal arts college with campuses in two states continues to have success with a very traditional approach that some say might be what higher education needs.

    By James Paterson • July 18, 2018
  • Military university latest to offer income share agreement

    Norwich University joins a growing list of institutions that will allow graduates to repay student loans with future income.

    By James Paterson • July 18, 2018
  • Philadelphia institution to offer graduate-level marijuana therapy programs

    Thomas Jefferson University is starting two evidence-based certifications in medical marijuana this fall and another one next year.

    By James Paterson • July 17, 2018
  • Michigan colleges hope to lure missing rural students

    State higher education officials try various approaches to help students overcome fears and misinformation enrolling in college. 

    By James Paterson • July 17, 2018
  • Study indicates free textbooks boost grades

    A University of Georgia report shows grades improved and the dropout rate declined with the use of open educational resources.

    By James Paterson • July 17, 2018
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    Dartmouth MBA program makes 'niceness' a criteria for acceptance

    The Tuck School of Business wants students who can collaborate with and support classmates.

    By James Paterson • July 13, 2018
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    Summer Reading: Tips for strategically managing free speech on campus

    A roundup of ideas and insights that can help institutions toe the line between upholding the First Amendment and protecting their business models. 

    By Jean Dimeo • July 13, 2018
  • New York to resist Trump rollback of affirmative action in college admissions process

    New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo asked leaders of the state's two college systems to report how they’ll encourage diversity on their campuses.

    By James Paterson • July 13, 2018
  • University of Iowa axes 7 centers due to reduced state funding

    A budget shortfall forces the university to close the centers, including one dedicated to workplace training, saving an estimated $3.6 million.

    By James Paterson • July 12, 2018
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    College trains sophomores on how to land a job

    Hendrix College presents a workshop on key skills, such as writing a resume, dressing professionally and handling job interviews, during winter break. 

    By James Paterson • July 12, 2018
  • Canvas gains slight lead over Blackboard in LMS market

    A report says Canvas has surpassed Blackboard, which has been the most popular learning management system for 20 years.

    By James Paterson • July 11, 2018
  • MBA programs recruiting students from untraditional backgrounds

    With slumping applications, top business schools are attracting liberal arts graduates with incentives and personal support.

    By James Paterson • July 10, 2018
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    California offers community college students $4K grants

    State officials hope the new program for students taking at least 15 credit hours can help boost the four-year graduation rate to 40% by 2025.

    By James Paterson • July 10, 2018
  • Marquette ordered to reinstate professor who authored controversial blog

    John Adams was dismissed for writing critically about a graduate student who he named.

    By James Paterson • July 9, 2018
  • A college program that 'never ends'

    The University of Michigan wants to make long-term connection with business school graduates, offering them 42 additional courses.

    By James Paterson • July 9, 2018