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Senate Confirms Leaders for NEH and NIH
The Senate last week confirmed President Obama's nominees -- both popular with academics -- for two agencies that are key...
Scrutiny of Salaries for Ex-Administrators in North Carolina
The University of North Carolina paid $8 million over the last five years in "retreat rights," salaries to help former...
Jobs Filled and Unfilled
Sociology association finds that despite publicity on canceled searches, most were completed. Odds were better at bachelor's institutions than research universities.
Turnover at the Top
Two months after ITT acquired Daniel Webster College, top administrators and dozens of staff members at New Hampshire institution are reportedly being laid off.
Allegations of Misspent Financial Aid
TUI University gave $923,000 in aid to students who had not qualified for it, Education Department audit concludes; institution challenges the findings.
Damning Report on Illinois Scandal
State inquiry into "clout" admissions places the blame on both trustees and top administrators.
Easing Borrower Angst
Start-up company aims to help college grads avoid missed payments on their student loans by providing a line of credit. But is it better than government's new income-based repayment plan?
Harvard Licenses Line of Preppy Clothing
Harvard University has licensed its name for use by a designer clothing company that will soon be selling a "Harvard...