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Protecting Enrollments in Times of Risk and Crisis

Faced with potential losses from the coronavirus, some institutions will look for ways to guard against the risk of lost tuition revenue. An emerging form of insurance may be one of them, writes Michael B. Rush.

Race for a Vaccine

University labs are joining drug companies in the dash to develop coronavirus vaccines and medications.

A Tougher Stand on Sexual Misconduct

University of Texas at Austin accepts recommendation to fire faculty members and staff found guilty of sexual misconduct and, in some cases, make their names public.

Students, Professors and Politics

Some students do feel political pressure from their professors, but few change their views.

CDC to Colleges: 'Consider' Canceling Exchange Programs

Citing dynamic nature of coronavirus spread, new guidance from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tells colleges to "consider" canceling foreign exchange programs and asking current participants to return to their home countries.

Coronavirus Quarantines and More

Spread of coronavirus in California, Oregon and Washington triggers student quarantines. American Physical Society cancels annual meeting, colleges cancel more overseas programs and players' group calls for possibly holding March Madness tournament without fans.

Santa Cruz Fires Striking TAs

Graduate workers' union says 82 students won't get spring teaching appointments over ongoing strike.

Identifying Local Skills Gaps

New report from Emsi explains how regions can use data to identify skills gaps, which vary wildly across cities and even within industries, and what that means for higher ed.