Fundraising

In the face of increased competition and diminishing federal funding, some academic researchers are turning to crowdfunding platforms to raise money.

Swarthmore, under pressure to divest from fossil fuels, puts the price tag at about $200 million over 10 years, saying removing its investments would require a fundamental shift in how the college manages its endowment.

With budget cuts leaving many of them with shortfalls, some community colleges are dedicating new attention to staying connected to their graduates.

After winning over boards of some small colleges, movement to divest endowments from fossil fuel companies gains momentum. But while pressure is likely to increase, wealthy institutions worry about financial cost.

Sudden, deep cuts at the largest Lutheran seminary illustrate the challenges facing theological schools across denominations.