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Why Doctorates Get Delayed
New study documents relationship between job market and time to degree in the humanities and social sciences, but it’s not as straightforward as many speculate.
Debate over State Standards
As federal panel negotiates standards for teacher preparation programs, some question whether the task should be a federal responsibility at all.
Kinder, Gentler Approach?
For-profit-college group will name Steve Gunderson as its new president. The former Republican congressman has a reputation as a bridge-builder and strong ties to traditional higher education.
Standing Up for Teaching
Johns Hopkins University asks research-oriented faculty to re-evaluate their introductory science classes.
More Problems Identified in Massive Building Project
The Los Angeles Times continues to uncover problems in the management of building projects by the Los Angeles Community College...
No New Exemption on Birth Control Rules
In a decision disappointing to many Christian and Roman Catholic colleges, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced...
Report Documents Status of Women in College Sports
An annual survey of the status of women in intercollegiate athletics finds record numbers of female athletes and teams, coaches...
Joe Paterno Dies at 85
Joe Paterno, the former Pennsylvania State University football coach whose career was ended and reputation tarnished over an explosive sex...