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The Utah state capitol building

Governing State Governing Boards

Utah revamped its Board of Higher Education to emphasize more centralized oversight. Some other states are doing the same, leading some observers to wonder if the decisions are being driven by politics or efficiency.

A man in a suit and tie speaks at a podium to a room of legislators

DEI Standoff Derails a State Budget

Wisconsin Republicans want to slash funding to the University of Wisconsin over DEI efforts, but Democrats are defiant. The stalemate has put the entire state budget on ice.

New College of Florida Denies Contract to DeSantis Critic

A visiting history professor at New College of Florida who criticized NCF’s Board of Trustees and interim president—as well as...
Birmingham-Southern supporters holding signs

Public Lifelines for Private Colleges

A new state loan program for struggling private colleges will likely save Birmingham-Southern College from closure. But experts don’t expect similar efforts to catch on.

Students walk on a tree-lined Northridge campus in the Austin Community College District.

A ‘Bold’ Approach to Community College Funding

Texas community college leaders and advocates eagerly await a new outcomes-based funding model for their institutions.

Richard Corcoran and Ron DeSantis pictured together at an event

The New Florida Presidential Profile

Conservative politicians are increasingly being considered for college presidencies in Florida as the governor seeks to impose Republican priorities on higher education.

Ron DeSantis pictured at an event after winning a second term as governor of Florida

When Governors Seek the Presidency

Florida governor Ron DeSantis announced a presidential run Wednesday after a legislative session that imposed dramatic changes on public higher education. What does it mean for his candidacy?

New College Faculty Censures Board

New College of Florida faculty members voted to censure the Board of Trustees this week, accusing them of failing to...