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Alternative Measure of Success
Many say U.S. graduation rate formula is hopelessly flawed. U. of Alaska at Anchorage creates its own method -- and invites others to follow.
Surprising Impact of Student Loan Crunch
46% of private colleges report that some students have "stopped out" of school or shifted to part-time study because they could not get private loans to pay tuition.
Debating Ideas vs. Legitimizing Falsehoods
Northern Kentucky U. to hold mock trial for fictional high school teacher fired for teaching creationism -- with the audience as jury. Is the university bolstering discussion of tough issues or undercutting science?
Dollars and Sense
In the midst of an economic crisis, financial literacy programs at colleges around the country are expanding.
A Core With a Catholic Twist
Seton Hall's new curriculum entails signature courses tied to the institution's religious mission, plus a deliberate focus on "proficiencies" across the disciplines.
Using JuicyCampus as 'a Weapon Against Itself'
Typically, students curious to read the latest gossip and hearsay written by their classmates have only to stop by JuicyCampus...
The Politics of Election Day Classes
Civic-minded students advocate for canceling or excusing absences from classes; many colleges leave the matter up to individual professors.
Health, Behavior and College GPA
Your mother always told you that doing drugs and watching too much TV would hurt your grades. A new study proves it.