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Education Department Urged to Investigate Harvard's Legacy Admissions
Move comes in wake of Supreme Court decision on affirmative action.
When Merger or Consolidation Plans Don’t Align
A debate in Wisconsin over the possibility of merging a two-year state institution with a two-year technical college highlights questions of realignment faced by public college systems across the country.
Brandeis President Apologizes for Ad
Orthodox Jews did not appreciate the university's attempt at humor.
Academic Alerts Are a Mixed Bag For Students
Lots of institutions have systems for informing students of their performance in class. New research indicates the positive effects of these “nudges” dwindle over the course of a semester.
UNC Chapel Hill Responds to Supreme Court Decision
University will pay for tuition and required fees for incoming undergraduates from North Carolina whose families make less than $80,000 per year.
Tenure Awarded ... at Gettysburg, Washington College, Wilkes, Winthrop
After Supreme Court Ruling, Can the Essay Get You In?
It may help to identify minority students, but experts caution against expecting essays to replace affirmative action.
New on the Job: Jennifer Baszile, California State University
As the inaugural associate vice president for student success and inclusive excellence, Jennifer Baszile oversees the creation, implementation and measurement of student-focused initiatives and programs across 23 Cal State institutions.