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The Return of Yik Yak

The social media app that shut down in 2017 amid rampant bullying is back on campus with new “community guardrails” in place to prevent harassment. But some students say that’s not enough.
Opinion

10 Principles for Embracing Productive Conflict

The Benevolent Intention Principle, the Likability Principle and more—Todd Kashdan proposes a set of principles for higher ed institutions that aspire to promote free inquiry and protect dissent.

Losing Money on Graduate Degrees

A new report finds that STEM programs and professional degrees often pay off, while those in arts and humanities frequently do not. Many M.B.A. programs also offer a negative return on investment.
Opinion

Creating Inclusive Mental Health Programs

Colleges can harness technology and peer-to-peer connections to create more inclusive mental health programs, Mikyta Daugherty writes.

Russia-Ukraine War Disrupts Study Abroad

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted some colleges to recall students from study abroad programs; future programs in certain parts of Eastern Europe may also be in jeopardy.

An Online Hub for Spirituality and Activism

The Graduate Theological Union has created an online platform featuring lessons by scholars about spirituality and activism.

Campus Financial Aid Supports Shine in Crisis but Are Otherwise Lackluster

While many students don’t lean in on opportunities to learn more about student loans and other aspects of personal finance, they tend to have high expectations when it comes to getting help during tough times.

Judging Institutions Based on Employment Outcomes

Workforce Talent Educators Association wants to recognize, and conceivably accredit, institutions for how successfully they prepare students for work.