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Advantages for Legacies and the Wealthy at Brown
It's not just what is considered in the admissions committee, but help that has been provided along the way.
The Campus Free Speech Problem Trump Doesn't Talk About
Liberty University president Jerry Falwell Jr., among the most vocal supporters of the president's executive order, criticized for censorship of student journalists on his campus.
Varsity Blues, Higher Ed's Image and Federal Policy
Scandal and data are fueling a growing belief that higher education is rigged for the wealthy, and are motivating Democratic allies to consider a harsher stance with the industry.
Compromising Conference Locations
Members of Asian studies group debate whether to continue holding conferences in Asia after India barred Pakistanis from participating in a conference in New Delhi.
The Week in Admissions News
Continued anger at Wake Forest; Trump's agenda for the Higher Ed Act; another closure; FAFSA filings.
Michigan Doesn't Consider Legacy Status, Except When It Does
University says that alumni relationships don't get considered, but website suggests otherwise.
When International Applicants Don't Have Documents
Colleges need to consider policies to help students in need, says new analysis from AACRAO.
China Shares Only Parts of Harvard President's Talk
Harvard President Lawrence Bacow (right) gave a talk at Peking University last week. China watchers and human rights activists praised...