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House Investigations of Harvard, Others Mark a ‘Watershed Moment’
Deep-diving probes into antisemitism, plagiarism and university leaders signal a dangerous new era in congressional oversight, experts and scholars say. Some see echoes of McCarthyism.
Workforce Development, State Funding Among Higher Ed Leaders’ Policy Priorities
A new survey of state higher ed officials also found that providing students a return on their investment was a top concern.
Will New House Bill Help Pregnant Students?
The bill aims to ensure that college students don’t feel pressured to have an abortion. But it doesn’t address other issues facing pregnant or parenting students.
Who Failed Whom at Harvard?
Claudine Gay’s presidency lasted a mere six months. Now, in the aftermath of her exit, questions linger about how the Harvard Corporation handled matters.
Strange Bedfellows on Accreditation
Jennifer Blum and Robert Shireman write that bipartisan consensus around improving accreditation is possible.
U.S. Focused on Consumer Protection, Accountability in Rules Overhaul
The Education Department wants to ensure that accreditors and states are doing their part to hold colleges accountable.
Kentucky Explores Creating New College in ‘Postsecondary Desert’
State lawmakers believe a new four-year university would help increase degree attainment in rural areas.