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UC Weighs Bias Against Non-U.S. Researchers
With research dollars scarce, the University of California is "re-examining" a longstanding policy that prevents discrimination against researchers who are not American citizens.
Win for Affirmative Action
Appeals court backs U. of Texas at Austin's consideration of race in admissions, but appeal is likely headed back to Supreme Court.
Merit, Diversity and Grad Admissions
Scholar goes behind scenes to observe professors decide whom to admit to top Ph.D. programs. She finds that GRE and grades dominate first winnowing, while diversity comes into play later.
Veterans vs. Land Grants
Veterans groups and public universities are at odds over federal legislation that would require state institutions to provide recent veterans with in-state tuition.
In Your Face
Two Boston institutions have launched unusual marketing campaigns in an attempt to draw notice in a crowded market.
LinkedIn to M.B.A. Admissions
Cornell's business school offers new application that lets prospective students submit their LinkedIn profiles.
The Younger International Student
A rapid growth in the number of international students seeking American high school diplomas creates new recruiting opportunities for colleges.
Duncan on Ratings and Debt
In expansive interview about higher ed, the education secretary differentiates about dangers of varying degrees of student debt and suggests colleges might be rated based on whether they improve or not.