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Delayed, Not Defeated
After 3 years during which many colleges were cautious on fund-raising goals, 3 universities roll out campaigns of at least $1 billion in October, a vote of confidence in an uncertain philanthropy environment.
Education Department to Probe Penn State Allegations
The U.S. Education Department announced Wednesday that it will investigate whether Pennsylvania State University may have violated the Jeanne Clery...
Passing the Smell Test
Oxford denies that its deal with L'Oréal endangers academic freedom, but an "unfortunately phrased" job description leaves some skeptical.
Academic Minute: Understanding the Carbon Cycle
In today’s Academic Minute, Andy Anderson of Michigan State University explores the root causes of why most students fail to...
Fair Use and Felony
Fair use advocates worry that a new House bill could make it easier to bring criminal charges against librarians for copyright missteps.
Breaking the Rules
Despite an unconventional structure and a public launch in the middle of the economic downturn, Drake U. administrators are hopeful for outcome of $200 million campaign.
No Easy Answers
Penn State board dismisses President Spanier and Coach Joe Paterno, but many still ask how alleged sexual abuse happened on their watch.
Police End Student Occupation of Building at U. of Sao Paulo
Brazilian police officers on Tuesday forced several hundred students to end their occupation of a building at the University of...