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The Future of the Academic Conference
Pitched the Delta curveball, some scholarly associations turn to online meetings again while others still plan to meet face-to-face in the coming weeks. The groups are rethinking what annual meetings will look like after the pandemic, with implications for equity and accessibility.
'U.S. News' Makes Modest Tweak in Methodology
It rejects arguments that it should drop SAT and ACT scores from rankings, but makes minor change in how they are considered. The colleges it ranks are largely unchanged at the top.
Groups Make Final Push for Kvaal Confirmation
Over a dozen higher education associations and organizations sent a letter to members of Congress Friday, once again urging senators...
First Trial Starts in Admissions Scandal
Thirty-three parents have admitted their guilt.
Marijuana Use Reaches Record Levels Among College Students
Marijuana use among U.S. college students reached a historic high in 2020, while alcohol use took a "significant" drop, according...
COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Lag at Maryland HBCUs
Vaccination rates at historically Black public colleges and universities in Maryland lag compared to other institutions in the state's public university system.
Not All Americans Think College Is Worth It
Political party, age and income level play a role in whether Americans believe a bachelor's degree is worth the time and money.
Collaboration and Competition Don’t Need to Be Mortal Enemies in Graduate Admissions
Toby McChesney writes that deans can in fact work together to advance graduate education.