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Crucifixes in the Classroom

Boston College adds Catholic imagery to all teaching spaces -- to the consternation of some professors.

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

Just as public colleges were starting to recover from 2001 recession, the current economic crisis threatens to reverse gains, a new report finds.

Happy but Not Looking to Be the Chief

Study of chief academic officers finds that they like their jobs. But in potential break with traditional patterns, they don't necessarily want to become presidents.

Politicians Praise and Pressure Colleges

Despite promise of stimulus package, U.S. education secretary and key Republican senator tell higher ed leaders that they must change -- possibly to avoid fate of U.S. auto industry.

Sex Crazed Oil Haters, and Other Claims

As budgets tighten, lawmakers in two states signal renewed attacks on controversial areas of study and the perceived liberal bias of faculty members.

Professors and Students Split on AP Credits

Tufts U. faculty members want to restrict the number of credits awarded, but those who have been receiving the credits defend the practice.

Newly Tenured ... at Gustavus Adolphus, Williams

The following individuals have recently been awarded tenure by their colleges: Gustavus Adolphus College Margaret C. Bloch Qazi, biology Priscilla...