Filter & Sort
Florida Tuition Hikes Vetoed
Governor nixes plan to give research universities power to increase historically low rates, and freezes rates statewide.
Key GOP Senator Warns Spellings
Lamar Alexander, himself a former education secretary, vows legislation if department overreaches on accreditation.
The Ward Churchill Endgame
More than 2 years after controversy started, president of U. of Colorado moves to fire him.
10 Percent Plan Survives in Texas
At last minute, legislators refuse to alter admissions system credited with promoting diversity.
The Quest for Critical Mass
A small private college in Kentucky, almost entirely white, starts numerous efforts to recruit black students.
Back Off on Accreditation, States Urge U.S.
State higher ed leaders endorse aims of federal rule making process, but discourage use of regulation to achieve them.
Legislating College Credits
Georgia chancellor opposes state bill that would let students with International Baccalaureate diplomas place out of first year at colleges.