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A Death Benefit Lives On
Facing a retiree uproar, Dartmouth backtracks on plan to eliminate an unusual payout to the families of deceased employees.
Ditching Fall Semester
U. of Florida considers giving incoming students option of taking classes during spring and summer terms only — throughout their time at the university.
High Bar to Sue on Harassment Rules
Federal appeals court rejects suit by student whose professor criticized his views opposing gay marriage.
Where Are Your Professors?
While nonprofit colleges are forthcoming with their faculty lists, for-profit institutions are more reluctant -- irking some academic leaders.
For-Profit Higher Ed Rewards Those Who Oppose New Rules
Members of Congress who have signed letters opposing proposed tougher regulations for for-profit higher education have seen their contributions from...
Anger Over Raise for U. of Kentucky President
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees last week approved a $157,000 pay raise for Lee T. Todd Jr., the...
Alternatives Suggested for Common Reading Groups
The National Association of Scholars in June released a report criticizing the selections colleges make for common reading assignments for...