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The Common App Enters an Uncommon Era
The start of this year’s application cycle was more momentous than usual, as colleges introduced new essay prompts and adjusted requirements for a post–affirmative action world.
Nostalgia After Apartheid in South Africa: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Amber R. Reed, assistant professor of international studies at Spelman College, explores why nostalgia may...
Virginia Tech Ends Legacy Admissions, Early Decision
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is the latest institution to put an end to legacy preferences in admissions. On...
Why Are So Many College Presidents Resigning?
Recent data indicate college presidential terms are getting shorter. Those findings were illustrated by five sudden presidential departures in late July.
Notre Dame Professor Sues Student Newspaper
A professor at the University of Notre Dame has sued a student-run publication for defamation over articles it published about...
Calbright Gains Accreditation
Calbright College, California’s first all-online community college, received accreditation from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission on Friday. The initial accreditation...
California Bill to Ease Transfer Stokes Controversy
Advocates say legislation would smooth access to University of California campuses. UC leaders say the approach is oversimplified.
10 Ways to Ease Stress, According to Students
What would students do to ease stress if they were responsible for health and wellness on their campuses? Student Voice asked and students answered, with ideas ranging from mental health check-ins and wellness days to study groups and free food.