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Unprecedented Detail on Asian Applicants

In move that could have national implications, U. of California is changing undergraduate applications so that students will have 23 subgroups to identify themselves.

Audit Finds U.S. Overpayments to Lender

Pa. student loan provider received at least $33 million through now-revoked loophole in federal law, and government is urged to recoup funds.

Another Call for Assessment

Groups seek joint statement on accountability and the importance of defining purpose of college -- and confront skepticism on whether measurement efforts go too far.

Improving Science Instruction -- in Iraq

As the only North American member of the Teacher Training Network for Iraq, U. of Alberta hosts Iraqi professors.

Few Policies on Plagiarism

Report on history journals finds that they confront complaints on an ad hoc basis -- without the benefit of standard procedures.

The Pendulum Swings on Accreditation

Regional agencies and college groups spar over Higher Education Act provision on learning outcomes. Does the rift open the door to increased federal role?

Are Museums Academic Units?

U. of Oregon faculty oppose the transfer of authority over art museum from the provost to the advancement office -- raising questions about a university museum's mission.

First-Year Writing Gets a New Look

Drexel instructors create a program that combines experiential assignments with a hybrid format.