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Syrian Studies Association Responds to Unrest
The Syrian Studies Association last week issued a statement noting that its members are "deeply saddened by the violence that...
Full Court Press
In latest chapter of a copyright battle, academic publishers outline strict standards for how much text they think professors can put on e-reserve before paying.
Commencement Typo
Georgetown University's commencement ceremonies were smooth except for one problem -- a typo on the program cover -- The Washington...
Spanking 'Scholarships' Lead to Charges
A judge on Thursday ordered a Virginia Beach businessman held without bond while a grand jury considers a range of...
Trouble Ahead on Student Loan Defaults
U.S. report shows rates rising for all sectors, but especially for borrowers from for-profit colleges -- in ways likely to add to pressure on the institutions.
Commencement Speakers Announced: Anne Arundel CC, Baruch, Harper, Linfield, Southern Connecticut, Union County, Union Institute, U. of North Dakota, Wheaton
The following colleges and universities have announced their commencement speakers for spring 2011: Anne Arundel Community College: Nancy S. Grasmick...
Sallie Mae's Comeback
Many observers assumed that the shift away from federally guaranteed loans would deal a severe blow to Sallie Mae, but...
Holding the Line on Agents
Admissions group releases draft policy that explicitly bars paying commissions for recruiting students -- in the U.S. or abroad.