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A Worldwide Test for Higher Education?
International group is (quietly) discussing the prospect of creating a global measure of student learning outcomes at the college level.
New Watchdog for Donors
New center plans to link philanthropists with colleges that share their vision, but some fund raisers aren't certain about the need for more scrutiny.
A Gay President Says 'I Do'
Like many college leaders, Ralph Hexter opens up the presidential home each fall for a party for faculty and staff...
The Business of Branching Out
Maryland college's payment of per-student fee to contractor in Taiwan raises questions about when practices unacceptable in the U.S. are permissible (or not) abroad.
The World Gets a Little Flatter
New report comparing countries' educational systems suggests that U.S. dominance in higher education is continuing to ebb.
The Public (Non-Salary) Advantage
In competition for faculty talent, private higher ed wins bidding wars, but new study suggests that on key employment policies, state institutions have the edge.
New Plan to Limit Tobacco-Funded Research
Compromise proposal emerges at U. of California, with regents' vote scheduled this week -- but critics still see potential infringements on academic freedom.
The State of Alternative Teacher Certification
Group dubious of education schools’ quality and motives says they have hijacked an important reform movement, but a research group's president disagrees.