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A Holistic Approach to Transferring Credits
Institutions have long sought to improve the credit transfer process. A new report from Ithaka S+R outlines strategies to help students earn credit for all types of higher learning.
U of Calif. Academic Workers Reach Deal; Strike Continues
Postdoctoral scholars and academic researchers across the University of California system reached tentative contract deals Tuesday, 15 days into an...
Stephen F. Austin Board Wants to Join U of Texas System
One of Texas’ two independent universities is ready to join the University of Texas system—a move that officials say will...
‘Unicorns’ in Uncertain Times
At a time when many women’s colleges are struggling to remain viable—and, some might argue, relevant—the colleges’ leaders and students have no doubt the institutions are needed.
Higher Ed Groups Push for Permanent DACA Fix
A host of higher education associations, institutional leaders and advocates are calling on Congress to pass legislation this year to...
Report: Progress on College Completion Rates Stalls
A new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows that college completion rates have stagnated, with 62.3 percent...
Opinion
Teaching Advice for Grad Students
If you’re to begin teaching soon and have received little (or no) instruction, how can you prepare so your experience isn’t demoralizing? Aeron Haynie and Stephanie Spong offer suggestions.
Edward Waters U Shuts Down Faculty Union
Edward Waters University, a historically Black university in Florida, has ended recognition of its faculty union, The Tributary reported. The...