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Meeting of the Minds
With federal backing, 3 higher ed groups will undertake project to develop multiple ways of measuring student learning -- answering call for accountability, but with colleges in the driver's seat.
Subtleties and Ethics of Early Decision
Admissions officers consider how to be fair on aid awards to early and regular applicants, and weigh compromise on acceptances before senior year of high school.
Elevating the Great Books Anew
Author of Education's End explains his critique of the standard college curriculum and what he would do about it.
Back to a Diet of Coke?
Swarthmore College takes another look at its decision to ban the soft drink company from campus.
Accountability and the Applicant
On anniversary of Spellings Commission report, efforts to provide more information to prospective students proliferate.
A New Business Plan
The University of Minnesota's management school has changes in store for undergraduates next fall: mandatory travel abroad, and a new nonprofit track.
Dealing With 'Job Outs'
At first glance, the process seems to be working as intended. Students enter work force development programs looking to begin...