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Everything’s Getting Bigger in Texas
U. of Texas System merges two south Texas universities, hoping to leverage their combined pull to build a long-coveted medical school in the region.
Ready for a Fight
Supporters of Texas' public research universities prepare to go another round with the governor, this time armed with data on student outcomes.
A $10,000 Platform
Overlap in agendas for governors of Wisconsin, Florida, and Texas hints at a new Republican approach to higher education.
A Wayward Plan in Wisconsin
Gov. Scott Walker’s vision for judging the success of his state’s public universities would be a bad model for Wisconsin and the country, writes Benjamin Rifkin.
Low Payoff
Report finds that state merit aid programs have only a small effect on whether graduates stay in-state after college.
New Momentum for Old Idea
More states and public college systems are looking to prior-learning assessment to boost degree completion, thanks in part to nudges from state lawmakers and foundations.
Promoting 'Systemness'
While flagships nationally have been bristling of late over being grouped with other institutions, SUNY conference focuses on advantages of working together.
Golden Day for the Golden State?
California higher education leaders see Tuesday’s election results as a potential boon for the state’s colleges and universities, but major financial problems could still complicate the systems’ recoveries.