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New Alliance Aims to Protect Colleges and Universities From Government Meddling
The freshly launched Alliance for Higher Education is working to stave off government overreach in higher ed, arguing it’s critical for democracy and college access.
Yale Announces Free Tuition for Families Making Under $200K
Yale University is expanding its tuition-guarantee program, offering free tuition to all undergraduate students whose families make less than $200,000...
Pilot Program Supports Rural, Bilingual Students
A new initiative at three Northern California community colleges uses a “human-centered” AI tool to boost student enrollment and completion.
At CHEA, Kent Blames Accreditors for Higher Ed’s Woes
The education under secretary argued that accreditors have largely failed to hold colleges accountable and pledged to make reforms.
Ph.D.s in STEM, Health Roles Fled Federal Research Agencies Last Year
The number of Ph.D. holders in STEM and health roles leaving 14 federal research agencies outnumbered hires 11 to 1...
Texas Pauses Use of H-1B Visas at State Universities
Texas governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, ordered all state colleges and universities to freeze their applications for new H-1B visas...
ED Eyes Rewrite of Accreditation Rules
ED officials have said for months that they want to tackle the regulations governing accreditors. A Monday announcement offers more specifics on their agenda.
Remote Class and Escorts: Twin Cities Universities Respond to ICE, CBP, Protests
The killings by federal agents in Minneapolis have fueled demonstrations. Area institutions are stepping up security, moving classes online and more.