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Dropping Out Isn't Required
A new fellowship has attracted considerable attention for its claim that it pays students $100,000 to skip college, but some of the winners want to earn degrees -- and the program lets them do it.
History and Hate Speech Collide
Amid the 50th anniversary celebration of racial integration on campus, a post-election student protest at Mississippi is marred by racism. It isn't the only one.
Graduate, Transfer, Graduate
Most community college students who transfer to a four-year institution make it to graduation, new research finds, particularly if they get an associate degree before transferring.
Dream Act Passes in Maryland
Measure to help undocumented students wins 58 percent of the vote.
Some Like It Quiet
Acknowledging that some students want to be able to study in their dorm rooms, colleges offer quiet housing options for students who need a calmer environment than the average residence hall might offer.
Beyond Sports
Spelman is eliminating intercollegiate athletics and withdrawing from NCAA competition, instead focusing on a campus-wide wellness initiative that emphasizes fitness for everyone.
We've Got a Tutor for That
A new business venture connects students with private tutors, adding another layer of academic support for colleges that can't always meet demand.
Upping the Stakes
New model for enforcing NCAA rules violations emphasizes the most egregious conduct breaches and lays more responsibility on head coaches.