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Defeat for Same-Sex Benefits
Michigan appeals court says state ban on gay marriage also limits benefits public colleges can offer gay employees.
Banned in Akron
Administrators bar selection of noted writer's work for freshmen to read because he was once in jail.
A Troubled Typist
Michigan Law School graduate sues his former institution because he says exams are harder for students who type slowly.
Texans and Their Tests
Governor links new funds for higher ed to required exit exams. He sees accountability. Others see Spellings Commission's dark side.
Blackboard Makes a Pledge
Under fire in patent dispute, software giant says it won't sue open source providers. Has the company gone far enough to satisfy its critics?
Racist Banter Behind Closed Doors
In a coming book, scholars examine the abundance of derogatory comments white students make when only they are around.
Upping the Ante on Pell Grants
White House proposes increasing maximum award to $4,600 in 2008 -- but may seek to finance rise with cuts to other student programs.