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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.
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.
Abuse Ignored
Outside report finds that UConn officials for years didn't respond to allegations that a music professor abused children and engaged in unprofessional conduct with university students.
Ready or Not
New surveys reveal big disparities in how business leaders and the public view higher education and graduates' work force readiness, with some surprising results.