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‘Revolutionary’ or ‘Reactionary’? NCAA Chief’s New Model for Big-Time Sports
Charlie Baker’s plan would let Division I colleges compensate players directly and give sports powers enormous latitude to set their own rules if they invest significantly in athletes.
Saint Augustine’s President Fired, Accreditation Stripped
Christine McPhail’s dismissal follows recent friction with the board. Trustees have now hired an acting president and are trying to save SAU’s accreditation.
3 Presidents on the Hot Seat
In a four-hour hearing, the presidents of Harvard, Penn and MIT steadily defended themselves, their institutions and free expression. Lawmakers remained skeptical.
Presidents of Harvard, Penn and MIT Face Grilling on Capitol Hill
The House education committee invited the leaders to testify about their institutions’ responses to allegations of antisemitism—and to demand that they take stronger action.
Bridging Higher Education Learning With Workforce Preparation
A new report from WGU Labs identifies common barriers for student success after graduation and offers four ideas for developing partnerships between colleges and universities and employers to address student needs.
Student Wellness Tip: Organize Resources on One Website
A new website aggregates all available resources for students in New Jersey facing basic needs insecurity, including childcare support, food pantries and shelters.
N.Y. Lawmakers Set Sights on Expanding Tuition Assistance Program Eligibility
Legislators are optimistic about bipartisan support for the proposal, which would also increase grant amounts, but they’re keeping cognizant of a looming $4.3 billion budget gap.
Short-Staffed, Colleges Outsource Financial Aid Offices
Last month Kentucky State U and Bethany College outsourced financial aid services. Such moves reflect a challenging environment for professionals in the field.