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Lives Cut Short
At least eight freshmen at U.S. universities have died so far this year. How can colleges help alter the behaviors of students they're only just starting to know?
Campus Sex Assaults Draw State Scrutiny
Federal attention to colleges’ handling of sexual assaults is spilling over to a handful of statehouses, where lawmakers are proposing new legislation to curb incidents and looking to convene best practices.
Cottage Industry on Preventing Sexual Assault
Since the federal government began applying more scrutiny to campus handling of sexual assault, more administrators and students are turning to for-profit consulting firms, prevention programs, and safety products for help.
Debating a Sexual Assault Policy
Columbia University unveils a new sexual assault policy, but student groups say the changes don't go far enough to address their concerns.
Supporting the Sex Assault Bill
Some higher education lobbying groups criticized the McCaskill campus sexual assault legislation as heavy-handed. But some colleges are largely backing the bill.
'What Happens in the Field'
Following a study, scientists call for more attention to sexual harassment and assault prevention at off-campus research sites.
Still Exempt From Title IX
Congress gave the service academies a pass before they enrolled women. 35 years -- and numerous reports about sexual assault later -- why is exemption still there?
Breaking Up the Party
Killing a risky student tradition is no easy feat, as Iowa State is sure to learn. But other universities can offer some lessons.