Graduation rates at core of potential accreditation overhaul

Institutions, accreditors and governmental officials are preparing for a new frontier in accountability and data-driven financing for higher education. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 22, 2016

Accreditors to take hard line on graduation rates

Weeks after the collapse of ITT Educational Services and amid increasing pressure from the federal government, several accrediting agencies pledge to look more closely at graduation rates as a metric for approval. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 21, 2016

Following a lawsuit over a campus suicide, experts talk prevention

A college student's suicide prompted a lawsuit against William Paterson University, and experts weigh in on how institutions can raise awareness and spot warning signs on campus.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

Former ITT Tech employees file lawsuit against dissolved institution

Two former workers with the now-defunct for-profit institution say that the company violated the law by improperly notifying employees about the closure.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 9, 2016

For higher ed CIOs navigating tight budgets, relationships matter most

Presenting the business case for expenses is critical in getting constituent support from fellow administrators, faculty and/or students.

By Roger Riddell , Naomi Eide • Sept. 8, 2016

ITT Tech's closure leaves for-profit community 'in despair'

Industry insiders say the process could have been dragged out to allow for 'orderly transition' of students and employees, while those close to the Obama Administration maintain the institution had plenty of warning.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 7, 2016

Economist suggests Ed Dept credentialing as college cost cure

Carlo Salerno argues that the department has the capacity to set rules on how many courses and which types qualify students for a professional credential. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 6, 2016

Badges, ITT and mindfulness: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on workforce development, mindfulness and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • Sept. 2, 2016

In California, the spiral continues for ITT

The state levied additional sanctions against the for-profit juggernaut, bringing the company one step closer to full closure. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

California bill seeks new standards for religious schools on discrimination

A California lawmaker seeks greater accountability from private faith-based schools in their admission and retention policies. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016

Ed Dept deals severe blow to ITT's survival

The latest round of federal intervention against the for-profit mainstay may be too much for the institution to survive.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016

Ruling clears the way for grad student unionization

A decision from the National Labor Relations Board sets a new precedent in negotiation for an underserved part of the college workforce.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 24, 2016

Office Hours: Penn State's Eric Barron talks entrepreneurship, proactive leadership

The last two years have been anything but uneventful for the institution's 18th president.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 22, 2016

Literacy leadership and enrollment: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with a look at the educational impacts of both student and parent incarceration and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 19, 2016

Dept of Ed sends mixed signals on for-profit accountability

A new experimental partnership between the federal government, nonprofit colleges and corporations gives inconsistent ideas about protecting students from predatory institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 19, 2016

California bill proposes expanded rights for adjuncts

A proposal seeks to grant part-time professors in the state new latitude in rank and disciplinary review. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 16, 2016

More faculty join class action lawsuit against elite universities

Some of the nation's top instititions are facing growing claims of negligence in managing retirement portfolios 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 15, 2016

Dept of Ed denies for-profit request for non-profit conversion

The Department of Education takes another strong step in its pursuit of predatory institutions.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016

Falling completion rates may jeopardize institutional value

A new study suggests colleges may be in peril of meeting federal definitions for quality in higher education, thanks to falling numbers in degree completion and student debt. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016

U of Washington regents accused of ‘sham’ presidential selection process

An advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against school executives, charging that trustees secretly met to hire a new president outside of open meeting laws. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 11, 2016

Ivy League colleges face class action lawsuit over retirement funds

Three elite private institutions are being sued for alleged mismanagement of retirement funds, spurred by a lack of oversight in plan management and potential conflicts of interest.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 10, 2016

Measuring the impact of poverty in education

The effects of poverty are far-reaching, but the Obama administration is hoping to be on the frontlines of eradicating the problem. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 8, 2016

When federal aid eligibility is tied to board membership

The U.S. Department of Education recently leveraged federal aid withholding to force ouster of a controversial community college board member. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 8, 2016

California policy requires college executives to justify off-campus work

The new rule comes after some high profile controversies surrounding external board affiliations, but some say the new rule may turn away quality candidates in the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016

Despite high public support, free college not likely a reality

A new survey shows 62% of Americans favor free higher education, but lawmakers remain divided on how to pay for it. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016