Policy & Legal: Page 91
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Trump administration aims to boost female involvement in STEM
Rhetoric does not line up with funding priorities, however.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 29, 2017 -
Is higher education contributing to growing inequity in society?
Some challenge the often-held idea that higher ed is the great equalizer for social mobility.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2017 -
Does higher ed have a data inflation problem in recruitment?
Institutions often inflate figures relating to graduation rates and tuition and living costs, which ends up misleading students.
By Stephen Noonoo • March 27, 2017 -
State governors offer high praises and few investments in higher education
Economic and workforce development is the top gubernatorial priority for higher education across the country.
By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017 -
Should college leaders wade into politics?
Some, like California Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Oakley, see an expectation from stakeholders to get more vocal about political issues.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 23, 2017 -
APLU Pres: Legislators must correct financial disincentive to educate low-income students
The costs associated with Pell-eligible enrollees is much higher than those who do not qualify for the federal aid, says Association of Public and Land-grant Universities President Peter McPherson.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 23, 2017 -
No timeline on Higher Ed Act
But adult learning will be a primary focus when the bill finally starts to move through Congress.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 22, 2017 -
Ties to for-profit industry abound in DeVos' Ed Dept
Several hires have skirted the congressional review process, but increased scrutiny led one to resign Tuesday.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 22, 2017 -
Campus carry implementation worries some Georgia officials
Some worry guns on campus will create a "Wild West" environment, but those in states that have already allowed it say not much has changed.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 21, 2017 -
As sexual assualt cases loom, higher ed leaders on the hook for campus culture
Even as many administrators anticipate industry deregulation, it is increasingly imperative for them to take an intrusive interest in shaping campus climate.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 21, 2017 -
Trump budget, ACE, and SXSWedu: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with our weekly recap of the biggest stories in K-12 and higher ed.
By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
SXSWedu 2017: Our recap of Austin's premier ed innovation gathering
We've rounded up all of our coverage of last week's show in one location for your convenience.
By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Higher ed and K-12 cooperation boosts outcomes, access [SXSWedu 2017]
Two initiatives discussed in a panel at SXSWedu highlight the benefits of partnership across all levels of the education field.
By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2017 -
California's ambitious plans to make community college free
California has been expanding its Promise programs, which use a mix of public and private money to eliminate tuition costs in its 123 community colleges.
By Stephen Noonoo • March 16, 2017 -
Trump budget proposal protects Pell, HBCUs amid $9.2B Ed Dept cut
TRIO, GearUp and other programs are in jeopardy amid calls for some of the steepest cuts to the U.S. Department of Education in history.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 16, 2017 -
Rubio higher ed reform proposal calls for support of alternative providers
A bipartisan plan to extend federal support to a wider range of institutions may have a stronger chance two years after it was introduced to little fanfare in Congress.
By Jarrett Carter • March 16, 2017 -
STEM research for undergrads can have big impact
Students that undertake research experiences during their undergraduate studies are more likely to commit to their chosen field, according to a new report.
By Stephen Noonoo • March 15, 2017 -
New report spells out ESSA's big boost to dual enrollment high school programs
Dual enrollment courses, where students earn college credit while still in high school, are on the rise — and new funding could let even more schools take advantage.
By Stephen Noonoo • March 14, 2017 -
Pennsylvania looks to nonprofit for recommendations on consolidations, closure
Feedback could help the state save billions in higher ed spending but could erase valuable American history in the process.
By Jarrett Carter • March 14, 2017 -
Obamacare repeal could be bad for business
The elimination of the employee mandate might be celebrated, but could students soon be forced to choose between healthcare and education costs?
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Florida lawmakers target state university foundations on spending
State legislators are questioning if international trips, high salaries and wealth building are the appropriate use of funds from public institutions' foundations.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Chicago State settles latest lawsuit for $4.3M
The embattled institution finally wraps up a longstanding whistleblower case filed by a former executive.
By Jarrett Carter • March 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Wednesday at SXSWedu 2017: NYC's equity bet and liberal arts 2.0
Author Tim Ferriss was keynote speaker on day three, and there was no shortage of great sessions as the conference rolled into its second-to-last day.
By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2017 -
Missouri higher ed system faces scrutiny over executive bonuses, perks
Financial dealings at the state's system run countercultural to legislative claims of economic hardship for higher ed.
By Jarrett Carter • March 8, 2017 -
Revised travel ban presents same problems for colleges
A new version of the controversial guidance on travel restriction from six countries presents familiar obstacles for college students and faculty.
By Jarrett Carter • March 8, 2017
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