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Cautious Backing for Obama Plan
Most higher ed associations sign letter urging Congress to ensure Pell Grant funding, despite reservations about eliminating guaranteed loan program.
More Meaningful Accreditation
Regional accrediting group contemplates major shift that would separate "compliance" from "improvement," with goal of increasing rigor and transparency of former and flexibility of latter.
Dare to DREAM... in 2009?
A College Board report draws attention to the limited options of undocumented students and advocates for passage of DREAM Act. Will this be the year?
Louisville Says Doctorate Earned in Semester Is Legit
The University of Louisville has concluded that a much-questioned doctorate it awarded -- for one semester of study -- was...
Western Expansion
An emerging student group called Youth for Western Civilization opposes "radical multiculturalism," provoking fury on some campuses where the message is viewed as intolerant.
'Higher Learning, Greater Good'
To many academics, the societal benefits of higher education are more than evident. But many others -- including some influential...
Mental Health on Campus
25% of students receiving mental health services have seriously considered suicide, according to new national study.
Aid Expert Appointed (Finally)
In move anticipated by many campus leaders, and feared by lenders and for-profit colleges, Shireman is named to key Education Department role.