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Continued Criticism Leads Hamline to Reconsider (Maybe)
The Board of Trustees issues a statement suggesting the university is reconsidering its stance on academic freedom, which set off a controversy. The university’s president issues a statement strongly defending the university’s position. Outside groups—including some Muslim organizations—reject the university’s position.
Early Decision Continues to Attract Students
At colleges that are highly competitive, programs in which students apply early are very popular. Some critics say that’s part of the problem.
Opinion
In Praise of Income-Driven Repayment Reforms
Proposed reforms to income-driven repayment represent a significant step toward offering borrowers a safety net, Sameer Gadkaree and Indivar Dutta-Gupta write.
Media References in Everyday Conversation: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Sylvia Sierra, assistant professor of communication and rhetorical studies at Syracuse University, examines why media...
New Presidents or Provosts: California State U–Northridge, Emporia State U, Halifax CC, Lamar CC, Northern New Mexico College, St. Lawrence U, Sul Ross State U, U of Arkansas–Fayetteville, Waubonsee CC, Western Michigan U
Hector Balderas, attorney general of New Mexico, has been chosen as president of Northern New Mexico College. Patrena Benton Elliott...
Appeals Court Rules for Professor’s Speech Rights
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has ruled that a law professor was within his rights to...
‘The Chair’ Won’t Be Back for a Second Season
The Chair won’t be back for a second season, What’s on Netflix reported. The show starred Sandra Oh as the...
Another Affirmative Action Suit
A white man filed a suit against six Texas medical schools.