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Homeless for the Holidays
Students struggle to find a place to live over winter break. Colleges and universities are trying to develop solutions, but they have been criticized for being insensitive to the homeless student population.
No Penalty for Western Governors
Trump administration rejects findings from a 2017 inspector general audit that found the online giant WGU out of compliance and recommended that it pay back $713 million in federal aid.
Graduate Education Reform, Starting With Advising
Historians and language professors discuss strategies for improving advising and graduate education in general at recent annual meetings.
Deep Cleaning After Student's Death
University of Maryland, College Park, officials are disinfecting every residence hall after a deadly viral outbreak on campus. Some have questioned whether the problem stems from persistent mold issues.
‘Neuromyth’ or Helpful Model?
A nearly century-old idea about learning remains “ubiquitous” despite scant scientific evidence to back it up, many experts say. But others still see value in the concept.
Shutdown Headaches for University Researchers
Prolonged shutdown delays funding timeline for federal research grants and disrupts travel plans for many scientists. But the worst for research institutions could be ahead.
Small Colleges Grapple With ‘Culture of Insecurity’
Small-college presidents gathered at annual conference work to adapt to a changing market even as they worry about a range of student issues.
Charter School Program Steps In to Fill Gaps in College Aid
KIPP expands its microgrant program to help alumni short on funds graduate from college.