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Positive View of Higher Ed, With Lots of Caveats
National poll finds more appreciation of colleges than other surveys have. In some areas, including affirmative action, sexual assault and mental health, the public isn't impressed. Public institutions earn more confidence than private ones.
Survey: Americans Back Diversity, Not Consideration of Race
New national survey suggests that the public does not agree with the position of most colleges.
Missouri 3 Years Later: Lessons Learned, Protests Still Resonate
The University of Missouri has new administrators, new policies and, leaders say, a new attitude after concerns over the racial climate in Columbia exploded in 2015. But challenges loom, and some are far from convinced enough has changed.
Co-Opting a Diversity Campaign?
Clemson University's recent parade theme is raising questions about the university's commitment to diversity.
Justice Department Backs Suit on Harvard Admissions
U.S. formally joins litigation that says university discriminates against Asian American applicants, raising the stakes in an already contentious legal battle.
Finding New Home for Silent Sam
Chapel Hill chancellor says she will propose new site for toppled Confederate monument. Some wonder why it should be anywhere on campus, and draw attention to statue's racist roots.
W&L Won't Move Events From Lee Chapel
Washington and Lee president and board opt to keep university name and team name of Generals, as a commission recommended. But idea of moving key events out of chapel seen as shrine to Confederacy is rejected.
Clash at Chapel Hill
Protesters with Confederate flags object to removal of statue that many at UNC saw as symbol of white supremacy. They are shouted down by what appears to be larger group of students and others who are glad statue is down.