Iowa Wesleyan University may close due to financial troubles

The small liberal arts college, which has doubled its enrollment in the last five years, is among several that have struggled to stay operational.

By James Paterson , Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 6, 2018

Report: Student affairs doesn't reflect student demographics

Some demographics are better represented than others, but the disparities could become more pronounced based on population growth projections.

By James Paterson • Nov. 5, 2018

3 college leaders urge DeVos to uphold Title IX transgender protections

In a letter, top administrators expressed "concern and dismay" over the federal government's plans to narrowly define sex by genitalia at birth. 

By James Paterson • Nov. 5, 2018

How Americans voted on 6 key higher ed ballot measures

Voters turned out to support more funding, transgender student rights, workforce development and free college, while the Democrats took control of the House in a move that could change the direction of U.S. higher ed policy.

By Natalie Schwartz • Updated Nov. 7, 2018

Reports: Public colleges becoming less attainable for underserved students

The studies suggest that cuts in state funding and the prevalence of rankings are spurring public institutions to seek more successful — and better-financed students — especially from out of state.

By James Paterson • Nov. 1, 2018

Appeal sends Georgia State “e-reserves” fair use case back for decision

Three publishers claim victory in an opinion against the university's library for providing excerpts of their materials for free, but others question the ruling's significance with the growing use of open resources.

By James Paterson • Oct. 31, 2018

Baylor hit with $2M fine from Big 12 for sexual assault scandal

Colleges are having to answer publicly, and often with hefty fines and presidential resignations, for how their administrations handle reports of sexual misconduct.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 31, 2018

Do performance-based funding models work in higher ed?

They generally don't increase graduation rates and can encourage colleges to push short-term certificates rather than longer-term degrees.

By Halona Black • Oct. 31, 2018

College students are more engaged in interest groups than in political parties

A study of more than 90,000 student groups found students prefer to be involved in organizations that address specific concerns or issues. 

By James Paterson • Oct. 30, 2018

Cornell suspends program in China over academic freedom

Two exchange programs with Renmin University of China were halted over a crackdown on student protests for worker rights.

By James Paterson • Oct. 30, 2018

Do community colleges need a new funding structure?

Investment in smaller class sizes and full-time faculty could do more to support student outcomes than solely making college accessible via financial aid.

By Halona Black • Oct. 29, 2018

West Virginia commission chair pushes back on university leaders

The presidents of West Virginia University and Marshall University want to disband or limit the state's Higher Education Policy Commission. 

By James Paterson • Oct. 29, 2018

Dallas-based work college Paul Quinn gets $1M to expand

The funds from an industry nonprofit will help the college expand to Plano, Texas, which is home to a bevy of employers that could support its model.

By James Paterson • Oct. 29, 2018

US-chartered Central European University announces it's been 'forced out' of Hungary

The institution said it has complied with new rules governing foreign institutions but has not been able to get the country's prime minister to sign off. 

By James Paterson , Natalie Schwartz • Updated Dec. 3, 2018

U of Maryland President Wallace Loh to stay on through June 2020

Loh previously said he would retire at the end of the current academic year, following turmoil in the university's athletic department.

By Natalie Schwartz • Updated Jan. 30, 2019

Report: DACA students still ambitious but increasingly anxious

Undocumented students in a college access program still rank education and work as priorities but they are more uncertain about their future.

By James Paterson • Oct. 25, 2018

Hobby Lobby is buying a college campus. What’s next?

Documents filed with a federal bankruptcy court indicate the controversial arts and crafts retailer has plans to keep the Oklahoma campus a college.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 25, 2018

Colleges sue Trump administration over ‘unlawful presence’ policy

Four colleges say a rule reducing the time foreign students have to remedy visa status issues makes advising and retention a challenge.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 25, 2018

5 keys to better align college training with workforce needs

So far this year, 32 states and the District of Columbia introduced workforce development legislation, with most offering financial incentives for students and institutions targeting high-demand fields.

By James Paterson • Oct. 25, 2018

Report: 5 models to guide the future of higher education

Resource efficiency is a common thread through the paths recommended by Deloitte and Georgia Tech for colleges to adapt to change in higher education.

By Hallie Busta , James Paterson • Oct. 24, 2018

Colleges could be out up to $400M in Perkins Loan repayments

In a letter to the Education Department, two industry groups said more than 1,000 colleges are due reimbursement for loans they discharged.

By Hallie Busta , Halona Black • Oct. 23, 2018

Pennsylvania becomes 45th state with an anti-hazing law

Named for a Penn State student who died in 2017 from injuries sustained at a fraternity event, the law makes hazing a felony if serious injury or death result.

By James Paterson • Oct. 23, 2018

NYC consumer affairs department sues for-profit Berkeley College

More local and state agencies are shining a light on for-profit colleges as the federal government seeks to loosen regulations for the sector.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 23, 2018

UVA will offer free tuition to low- and middle-income Virginians

The free college concept is gaining steam as institutions waive costs for some students, though the effort remains largely disjointed.

By James Paterson • Oct. 23, 2018

Trump administration could remove Title IX protections for transgender students

A draft memo obtained by The New York Times shows the administration wants to roll back hotly contested protections for transgender students.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 22, 2018