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California GOP lawmakers propose public university tuition freeze
The two legislators say they want to make sure the promises made by Proposition 30 backers are kept.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 8, 2013 -
Private college presidents push reductions of merit-based aid
The movement had previously fizzled out, but may be poised for a comeback.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 7, 2013 -
Connecticut Education Association plans $1 million donation to UConn's Sandy Hook fund
The CEA also commissioned a permanent monument for victims of the tragedy.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 7, 2013 -
Report: Wisconsin tech school professors earn more than those at U of Wisconsin
The tech school teachers do so via overages, or additional teaching assignments.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 6, 2013 -
Foreign universities in China encounter unexpected problems
Problems ranging from costs to politics and plagiarism have caused schools to adapt or end operations in the country.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 4, 2013 -
U. of Texas-Pan American president wants his university abolished
A new plan in the Lone Star State could end two existing schools and establish a new university in their place.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOC impacts, top schools and chat rooms
Need to get up to speed on education news after the holidays? Check out the past week's most popular posts.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 4, 2013 -
Financial aid expert Mark Kantrowitz discusses the fiscal cliff deal's impact
The deal may have extended or made permanent some tax provisions, but it only delays several potential cuts that still loom on the horizon.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Outgoing Gov. Mitch Daniels plans same-day transition to job as Purdue president
The two-term Indiana governor will begin his new job as soon as his successor is sworn in.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Outside attorney hired by Oklahoma State regents to help with sexual assault report investigation
Dallas-based attorney James Sears Bryant previously investigated a sexual misconduct case at the University of Iowa.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Student-aid fraud investigation at Alabama State University may include other schools
Instances of fraud were first reported by the school to the Alabama Bureau of Investigation in January 2012.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Iowa Board of Regents member wanted university institute for her senator husband
Sen. Tom Harkin's wife wanted the matter to go to a vote, according to an email obtained in an Associated Press report.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Texas community colleges put partial blame for lower enrollment on meningitis shot requirement
The cost of the vaccine may be contributing to enrollment declines already being caused by other factors.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2013 -
Pennsylvania Gov. Corbett announces lawsuit against NCAA
The lawsuit is the latest development in the aftermath of Penn State's Jerry Sandusky scandal.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2013 -
U. of Wisconsin System to provide syllabi to NCTQ following settlement
The UW System will also pay fees, damages and costs.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2013 -
Students, teachers left angry and without answers following Sawyer Schools' sudden closure
The two Connecticut Sawyer Schools closed unexpectedly over the holiday break.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2013 -
Pennsylvania governor sues NCAA over Penn State sanctions
The NCAA has responded, saying the lawsuit is without merit.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 2, 2013 -
Tulane is fourth school to report incorrect data to 'U.S. News' in 2012
The data included test scores and admissions for the school's M.B.A. program.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2013 -
Cuts to higher ed programs avoided with fiscal cliff deal
The last-minute deal also extends key higher ed tax provisions.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2013 -
ACTA says agency overstepped its role with U.Va. 'warning,' files DOE complaint
The Department of Education confirms it received the complaint.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 1, 2013 -
U.Va. survey shows support for board appointment changes
Community members seem to support new process rules after 2012 Sullivan debacle.
By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 31, 2012 -
Federal jury awards Carnegie Mellon $1.17 billion in patent case
If it isn't reduced, the award will be the largest on record.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 26, 2012 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: Technology, salaries and Sandy Hook
Catch up on the week's most popular Education Dive reads with our top five news posts.
By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 21, 2012 -
Report clears athletics, faculty in UNC scandal
Unfortunately for the school, the report also finds that the problem dates back a decade earlier than reported.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 21, 2012 -
Ferris State U. Board of Trustees receives surprise contract offer from faculty association
Will the board accept the offer?
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 20, 2012
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