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In Quest for Carbon Neutrality, Late out of the Gate
In first major benchmark of Presidents Climate Commitment, charter signatories report on their current greenhouse gas emissions. Many miss the deadline.
Dramatic Challenge to SAT and ACT
Panel convened by admissions group finds that many colleges could and should operate without standardized testing.
U. of California Catches Up on Accountability
Prodded by new president, university system -- which has shunned national assessment effort -- prepares to adopt broad public data reporting.
New Questions on Women, Academe and Careers
Top scholars gather to share research findings and works in progress that explore why gender gaps persist in the professoriate and other prestigious jobs on campuses.
Trustee Romances Raise Tensions
Board members at two community colleges have entered relationships with senior-level administrators, raising concerns about the strength of nepotism policies.
Did My Job Disappear?
Either in the classroom or at career services, top business schools scramble to counsel students and recent alumni whose job prospects may have taken a hit with the recent shakeups on Wall Street.
Guidance or Spin on Affirmative Action Rulings?
Education Department cautions colleges on what they must do to justify considering race in admissions decisions -- and some accuse department of try to discourage diversity efforts.