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Mixed News on State Student Aid
College financial assistance rose over all in 2009-10, but many states cut need-based grants as their economies struggled.
Going After 'Gainful'
WASHINGTON -- Weeks after the U.S. Education Department issued softened regulations designed to ensure that vocational programs prepare graduates for...
Wikipedia Aims Higher
Looking to expand its alliances in higher ed, the publicly edited online encyclopedia holds an academic conference.
Who Is Global?
At gathering of fund-raisers, university presidents consider how their institutions' missions, donors and governance are evolving.
Law Schools Focus on the Practical
Many law schools are making curricular shifts to focus on practical skills instead of legal theory, The Wall Street Journal...
Studying and Treating Addiction
Scientists are increasingly treating addiction as a disease needing treatment. The New York Times noted a consequence of this trend...
Yale Rejects Call for Inquiry on Treatment of Juan Cole
Yale University has rejected a call from the Middle East Studies Association for an independent inquiry into the university's decision...