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Rise in Distance Enrollments
Community colleges see more growth. Assessment of student learning emerges as a top issue for administrators of these programs.
Budget Cuts, Courtesy of Donor X
Anonymous benefactor pays for consultant to suggest cost-cutting strategies for Chapel Hill, prompting criticism from faculty who want to know if there is an agenda or conflict of interest.
An Opening for Community Colleges
Two-year institutions gear up to tap into federal stimulus legislation's innovative mechanism for distributing Workforce Investment Act funds, which allows for contracts for entire courses.
For Undergrads, a Shot of Public Health
New report offers recommendations for teaching public health as part of general education.
Porn as Campus Attraction
Producers of new feature offer free screenings to colleges, some of which accept. At U. of Maryland, legislators get movie blocked.
A ($1) Win for Ward Churchill
Jury finds that U. of Colorado was wrong to fire him, but awards smallest possible compensation. Judge will now decide whether to order him reinstated to his position.
New Source of Big Money in College Sports
The headlines this week about Ohio State University's $110 million, 10-year contract for media rights to most of its sports...
Southern U. President Sues His Board
Ralph Slaughter has sued the Southern University Board of Supervisors, challenging its decision not to renew his contract as president...