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Strategic Silence

Oberlin will no longer notify students about hateful fliers if there’s not an immediate threat. The college doesn’t want to amplify provocateurs, but some students worry silence sends the wrong message.

Let's Make a Deal

University of Oregon officials offer to pardon students who drowned out the president's speech last month if they meet with administrators.

When Professors Cross Lines

Senior faculty members on three campuses face disciplinary action or resign over harassment allegations. Some observers see movement in the right direction but say academe still has a ways to go in ending the “academic casting couch.”

Strayer and Capella Announce Merger

Diversification bid from the two well-respected for-profits comes amid serious shake-up of the sector, which continues despite a more favorable regulatory climate.

Lost Trust in College Sports

NCAA president says after two recent scandals in college athletics, the public is losing faith and major reforms are needed.

Facing Charges Over Disruption

Columbia is investigating some of those who disrupted a talk. Some professors question why the university is doing so, especially since many of those being investigated are from minority groups.

Issues for Trump's OCR Nominee: Sexual Assault and… Israel

Many victims’ rights and civil rights groups are reserving judgment on Trump’s pick to lead the Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights, but advocates for Palestinian rights say his appointment could chill campus speech critical of Israel.
Opinion

The Fast Lane to Nowhere

We should not abandon remedial education and accelerate people who don’t know the basics, argues John Almy.