Students

Judith Shapiro reflects on the upsides and downsides of the current vogue of looking up one's DNA to find out who one "really is."

Duke University takes away from first-year students the ability to pick their roommates. This move goes against recent trends -- and raises questions about diversity, tolerance and the college experience.

Robert Kelchen, an emerging scholar and expert on higher education, discusses his new book on what the accountability push means for higher education.

Purdue University's president harshly critiques the current system that allows college athletes to drop out and go pro after a single season.

UNC Asheville is building a program offering free summer tuition after sophomore and junior years to those who need an extra course or two to finish on time.

New study shows how wealthy parents and their involvement with their children drastically changes the college experience.

William G. Durden offers a practical proposal for reinventing liberal arts education.

College students organize protests and become activists on gun reform after the deadly shooting in Florida.