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Measuring Other Outcomes
Largest-ever study of American graduates will look at quality-of-life measures beyond job attainment and compensation, but some question what it says about colleges.
Job Placement Confusion
More colleges are responding to pressure to report on graduates’ career outcomes – but the results are confusing and incomparable.
Looks Matter
High schoolers who are physically attractive are more likely than others to complete college, study finds.
Aggie Journalism Revival
Ten years ago, Texas A&M cut its journalism program. The job market imploded in the meantime, but the university hopes its interdisciplinary, liberal arts education approach will make reviving the degree a smart move.
Gun Bans in Danger
Florida appeals court rules that, in most cases, public colleges and universities can't regulate weapons on campus.
Going Rogue
Swarthmore College's Hillel chapter says it won't adhere to guidelines barring it from cooperating with or hosting anti-Israel groups or speakers. In response, Hillel headquarters draws a hard line.
Shifts at Hopkins
Pioneer in the research university model wants to shrink graduate enrollment (but offer much better stipends to those who are admitted), to favor junior faculty for tenure-track openings. Grad students object.
Mascot Makeover
Since the NCAA prohibited "hostile and abusive" mascots in 2006, many colleges have moved away from Native American mascots and nicknames. Despite tensions at a few campuses, most institutions have adjusted and moved on.