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Universities Bolster Local Economies (But No More Than Companies Do)
Research universities produce economic activity that spills over to their local communities -- but to no greater extent than the...
British Universities Fear Loss of Foreign Students
Britain instituted new visa rules this year, and many universities are reporting early indications that their international enrollments could be...
The Elusive Quest for a Parking Space
With enrollments soaring at many colleges and universities, those where students drive to class are more frustrated than ever. Features...
Education Dept. Whistle Blower Sues to Recoup Funds from Lenders
In 2006, Jon H. Oberg revealed himself as the Education Department researcher who had brought to light revelations that several...
Judge Rejects Suit on Tulane Reorganization
A state judge in Louisiana on Monday rejected a lawsuit challenging Tulane University's decision, as part of a post-Katrina reorganization...
Labor Secretary Clarifies Remarks on Adjuncts
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis last week gave an interview to National Public Radio in which she answered a listener's question...
Layoffs Mark End of Controversial U. of Illinois Online Effort
The University of Illinois is eliminating the jobs of most staff members of its Global Campus, an ambitious and controversial...
Amid Dispute, Higher Ed Chief Quits in Colorado
David E. Skaggs, executive director of the Colorado Department of Higher Education, resigned Friday, after less than three years in...