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Most students approve of the role Mom and Dad are playing in college choices -- and minority freshmen are more likely than white counterparts to want even more guidance.

A Brandeis professor charged with using discriminatory language in the classroom receives unanimous support of faculty, but provost rejects their ruling.

Lenders' plans to end loans to some students at for-profit colleges are first clear signs of downturn's impact on higher ed; some fear damage will grow.

We may find out: Maricopa officials entertain entrepreneur's $400 million-plus offer to take Rio Salado's online operations into the private sector, which would be unprecedented.

Movie lobby blames human error for statistics that were used to call for more regulation of campus networks.

Public higher ed leaders rarely endorse, especially in primaries, so decision by U. of Florida chief surprises many. But he's not alone in aligning early.

Texas-Brownsville refuses to let federal government prepare to build a fence that would separate parts of its campus.

Survey of employers finds they think new degree holders have basic skills, but not what they need to advance. And those doing hiring aren't looking for more standardized tests.