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College Can’t Level the Playing Field (by Itself)
Rather than place unrealistic expectations on colleges, advocates for college opportunity should prioritize investments in children, Sandy Baum and Michael McPherson write.
Biden Wants to Attract Russian Scientists
President Biden has asked Congress to suspend, for four years, the requirement that Russian scientists applying for visas have a...
Biden Considers Income Caps for Loan Forgiveness
President Biden is considering an income cap of either $125,000 or $150,000 for individuals as he is preparing a student...
The Name Game
Some community colleges have dropped the word “community” from their names as institutions re-envision their academic offerings and try to avoid negative stereotypes.
Maine Gov. Vetoes Bill to Add Nonvoting Employee Trustees
Faculty and staff members hoping for a voice on the University of Maine’s Board of Trustees won’t get one after...
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Ethical College Admissions: MIT, Diamonds in the Rough and the Testing Culture Wars
Will MIT change and challenge the test-optional movement? Jim Jump considers the possibilities.
New Programs: Quantum Science, Engineering, Integrative Professional Studies, Data Science
Harvard University is starting a Ph.D. in quantum science and engineering. Indiana Wesleyan University is starting bachelor’s programs in civil...
Illinois Springfield Faculty Vote No Confidence in Provost
Faculty members at the University of Illinois at Springfield reached a no-confidence vote on provost and vice chancellor Dennis Papini...