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A decade ago, administrators tried to shutter the small women’s college in Virginia, but devoted alumnae fought back and prevailed. Thanks to them, it’s still standing. 

A new white paper says colleges could increase retention and create new income streams by partnering with other institutions to offer students the courses they need to stay on track for graduation.

The president disbanded the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Academic researchers, librarians and museum professionals say defunding the agency undermines their commitment to education.

The university is facing an investigation related to transgender athletes’ participation in sports, and a White House official says the freeze is “just a taste of what could be coming down the pipe.”

In December, the ratings agency predicted stability for higher education, but the Trump administration has upended that forecast.