Obama Administration offers parting guidance on higher ed tech

The White House issued one last report on the vision for the nation's higher education technology strategy prior to the transition of power.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 13, 2017

Texas lawmakers propose version of NC's bathroom bill

State braces for potential protests, loss of business in latest round of legislation targeting sector of the LGBT community. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Iowa lawmakers consider bill to end public college tenure system

The legislative proposal would terminate promotional opportunities for faculty at two- and four-year institutions while opening new justifications for outright terminations.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Labor Dept clarifies unemployment standards for adjuncts

New guidance offers insight into definitions of contracts and reasonable assurances for adjuncts to expect work from one semester to another. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Oregon lawmaker proposes voluntary merger bill

Sen. Peter Courtney invites criticism for a proposal which could open the door for consolidations among community colleges and four-year institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Betsy DeVos faces questions on campus sexual assault stance

Donald Trump's pick for Secretary of Education braces for tough questions from partisan, advocacy groups over her philanthropic record. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Ed Dept chides career training programs for debt:earnings ratio

The federal agency says too many programs are yielding lower-than-expected results in postgraduate outcomes. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

Perkins Act reauthorization would support vocational ed

The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to reauthorize the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act in the fall, and its future now depends on the Senate and president.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 9, 2017

Kentucky legislators boot U of L trustee board

Lawmakers pass bills on several key issues, including a change to the University of Louisville's executive board.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017

Seeking reprieve from fed loan repayment, former ITT students file lawsuit

Former students at a high-profile, now-closed for-profit seek to launch a class action suit on behalf of thousands of students on the hook for federal student loan repayment. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017

Could free speech on campus affect funding models in Wisconsin?

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said funding for universities could be tied to factors like the number of courses professors teach at an institution, "free speech on campus" and student performance.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 6, 2017

Minnesota for-profits ordered to pay restitution to former students

Former students will receive repayment of costs for enrollment after court's ruling that schools engaged in fraudulent marketing and credentialing practices. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 6, 2017

Maryland returns to national spotlight in federal higher ed discrimination lawsuit

Judge to rule on remedies for generations of 'separate but equal' dual system of public higher education in the state.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 5, 2017

Schools serving low-income, minority students hardest hit by state budget cuts

As budgets decline nationwide for public higher education, community colleges and schools with open-access missions are feeling the greatest impact while trying to serve students with the greatest needs.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 5, 2017

Court settlements mounting at Chicago State

Scandals tied to a former president continue to cost the embattled school millions in payouts.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 5, 2017

Court rules DACA students eligible for in-state tuition in Georgia

A superior court rules in favor of students who qualify under new federal rules on college enrollment for undocumented citizens.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 5, 2017

New York Governor proposes free tuition for state public colleges

Andrew Cuomo looks to expand a plan already in place in states like Tennessee and Oregon for two-year higher education. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 4, 2017

Lawsuit between Texas regent, chancellor moving to state Supreme Court

Wallace Hall has pursued student records from the state's flagship institution for years, and his best chance at getting them may come as his term of service is about to expire. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 4, 2017

As rural America struggles, so do its colleges

The Wall Street Journal reports on declining populations in the rural South, which have led to enrollment decreases in area colleges dating back longer than those many in the sector are facing.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2016

ABA sues Dept of Ed over loan forgiveness denials

Four plaintiffs are accusing the Department of Education of baiting and switching on its loan repayment agreement for graduates working in public service. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

ED publishes final rules on distance education

Colleges and universities will have to seek authorization from states where learners are earning degrees. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

For-profit law school latest blocked from receiving fed. student aid

The U.S. Department of Education takes down another for-profit institution accused of predatory practices in enrollment and job placement for graduates. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

Missed enrollment goals and scandal best practices: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed's workforce development push and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 16, 2016

Accrediting agency president placed on leave amid community college controversy

Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges President Barbara Beno is placed on leave just six months prior to her intended retirement, and in the midst of a national controversy involving the future of the organization. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016

DeVry reaches $100M settlement with former students

The embattled for-profit giant will not admit to wrongdoing, but will pay out costs tied to loans, tuition and learning resources. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016