U.S. Erred in Denying Grand Canyon Nonprofit Status, Appeals Court Rules

Judges say the Education Department used the wrong legal standard when the Christian for-profit institution once again sought to become a nonprofit.

ED, USDA Partner to Boost Access to Food Benefits Program

The Education and Agriculture Departments’ plan to improve students’ access to food benefits is long overdue, experts say. But there are concerns the Trump administration could scrap the deal.

Creating Space for Student Veterans on Campus

To support former service members in their transition to higher education, colleges and universities invest in facilities, promoting student success.

Gallaudet University Leads Deaf Student Civic Engagement Work

The SignVote program at Gallaudet University seeks to equip Deaf college students and other community members with voting education and support.

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A Trans Admission Advantage?

Jim Jump breaks down Vice President–elect JD Vance’s suggestion that students may “become” trans to get into Harvard.

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Colleges Must Recommit to Serving Those Who Served

While they are highly motivated, disciplined and capable, veterans are often unlike traditional undergraduates in many ways, and supporting this population requires a holistic approach, writes Meg M. O’Grady of National University.

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Why Universities Need to Decarbonize ‘Five Times Faster’

Higher education and the economics of climate change.

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Advocating for Authenticity

Evan J. Walsh suggests reflective questions to ask of yourself—and your students—to bring about greater personal and professional fulfillment.

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Navigating Difficult Classroom Conversations

Tricia Shalka offers strategies for preparing for, and leading, classroom discussions in moments of crisis and discomfort.

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The 2024 U.S. Election

Every election cycle sparks hope, fear and—eventually—change in higher education. But in the contest between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the stakes feel particularly high, given the debates raging over cost, campus free speech, DEI and student protests, among others. Check out Inside Higher Ed's coverage of the relevant issues and moments that shaped the 2024 race to the White House.