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In Conflict Over Theology and Governance, an Accreditor Steps In
Accreditor places Southwest Baptist University on probation, finding the board’s actions raised questions about its ability to act in the best interest of the institution and that the climate for academic freedom had been eroded.
U of Michigan Sees Increase in COVID-19 Cases
The University of Michigan is experiencing a “significant rise” in the number of COVID cases among students over the last...
Quinnipiac Sees ‘Noticeable Increase’ in COVID-19
Quinnipiac University is seeing a “noticeable increase” in COVID-19 cases among students and employees, NBC Connecticut reported. University officials said...
Can We Become an Equal Opportunity Society?
Can we become an equal opportunity society? In today's Academic Minute, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst's Donald Tomaskovic-Devey offers...
The Grade Inflation–College Completion Connection
New research argues that increases in GPAs are responsible for the rise in college completion rates since the 1990s.
A New Push to Create a 3-Year Degree Option
Higher education thought leaders and colleges are working together to create a three-year bachelor’s degree program that will offer all the value of a four-year degree—for less cost.
The New NCAA Constitution Hints at Big Changes Ahead
A new draft of the National Collegiate Athletic Association constitution ‘embraces’ compensation for athletes’ names, images and likenesses and promises to give each division the power to govern itself.
A Short-Term Fix, a Search for Long-Term Solutions
Long Beach City College created designated parking on campus where unhoused students can sleep safely in their cars overnight. Some observers worry the plan is shortsighted and sends the wrong message.