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With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 raging, a majority of institutions are putting their trust in vaccines and tried and true mitigation strategies to bring students back to campus this semester.

The chancellor of Northeastern University described in-person learning as “the gold standard,” sparking outcry from administrators of online education who strongly disagree.

Citing low enrollment, the University of Nebraska at Kearney plans to cut its philosophy major, following the recommendation made by a state board. Students and faculty are fighting to save the program.

The Fashion Institute of Technology is establishing the new center after a controversial and racially insensitive fashion show shook the institution.

Steven C. Adamson, provost and executive vice president at Arizona Christian University, has been appointed president of Erskine College, in South Carolina. Rachel Chrastil, professor of history and former associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Xavier University, in Ohio, has been promoted to provost and chief academic officer there.

A state law called for cutting back on remedial education at California Community Colleges, but many colleges still offer these courses. Higher ed advocates say the classes keep students from earning degrees. Frustrated students agree.

The NCAA has contacted Brigham Young regarding a whole-team NIL deal, even as the rules on players profiting from the use of their name, image and likeness remain unclear.

Omicron’s arrival leads many colleges to shift plans for the semester that starts today on many campuses. Some colleges face criticism for doing so, and some face criticism for not making changes.

Mathew Johnson resigned as president of Albion College after 17 months on the job. He faced mounting criticism from students, faculty, staff and locals, including from a resident who accused him of verbally accosting her.