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Scrutiny for an Accreditor
Unhappy with regional agency's judgment in one university's case, inspector general urges Education Department to consider revoking its recognition.
19 Colleges Probed on Gender Bias in Admissions
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has selected 19 colleges and universities for its controversial probe of whether colleges are...
The Status of Latinos in Higher Ed
A new report, "Taking Stock: Higher Education and Latinos," summarizes research about the progress of Latino students in higher education...
Just Did It
Despite student criticism of Nike’s labor practices, University of Washington provost joins company’s corporate board, saying she'll be force for change.
Study Faults Lack of Diversity in Stem Cell Lines
The stem cell lines most commonly used by researchers are lacking in diversity, according to a study by University of...
A Tale of Two Cities
Dissecting fall enrollments in Pittsburgh and Dallas, we find that public colleges boomed and independent institutions mostly held on, thanks to rising tide (and more merit aid).
Georgetown Humor Magazine Accused of Racism
Black students at Georgetown University are protesting the campus humor magazine's attempt to satirize a controversy over race related to...
Disappearing Jobs
MLA reports 21% drop in positions in English and foreign languages -- steepest decline in 34 years association has collected openings. Percentage of English jobs on tenure track falls.