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Avoiding a Storm

Recent incidents where fans rushed the basketball court have prompted athletic conferences to consider banning the sometimes-dangerous tradition. But they admit it's not easy.

To End Hazing, End Pledging?

Sigma Alpha Epsilon, dubbed "deadliest fraternity" nationally, announces a radical change in how its chapters will get new members.

Recession Hit 2008 Grads Hard

One year after graduation, the unemployment rate of 2008 bachelor’s degree recipients was roughly twice as high as graduating classes of 1993 and 2000.

Cash Is Still King

The impact of rising costs in a post-recession economy on the concerns and decisions of incoming freshmen is stronger than ever, an annual survey shows.

Slap on the Wrist?

Northwestern acknowledged a professor sexually harassed a student, but didn't fire him. Where is the line drawn?

Better Late Than Never?

Ending late registration for courses may help more community college students get to graduation, but it also challenges deeply held views about student access, and can hurt enrollment levels.
Opinion

Book 'Em?

Spending state funds on prison education is both just and cost-effective, and doesn't take a penny away from students who have never been behind bars, write Glenn Altschuler and Mary Fainsod Katzenstein.

Prison U.

New York's governor hopes a college education can help cut prison costs. Critics think the money is going to the wrong people.