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International 'Leapfrogging'
In 1970, 29 percent of the world's college students were enrolled in the United States, which had 6 percent of...
Old School Values
As many colleges base new institutes on visions of the future, Chestnut Hill is designing its Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation with an eye to what is timeless.
Sophie's Choice for 2-Year Colleges
Throughout the last year, leaders of many four-year colleges have adopted the mantra that their institutions can "no longer be...
Mutual Back Scratching
In conference call with community college presidents, Obama administration officials offer support and praise -- and subtly seek backing for plan on restructuring financial aid programs.
Saudi King Removes Cleric Who Criticized New University
King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has removed from a key position a cleric who recently criticized a new university for...
New Minerva Grants
The National Science Foundation announced a new round of grants for a controversial program in which social scientists conduct research...
Alternative Models for Presidential Libraries
The National Archives and Records Administration has released a report on alternatives to the current system for housing presidential papers...