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The House's New Face on Higher Ed
When Democrats won control of Congress in November, the change promised the return to power of some familiar names to...
When Masterpieces Are Moneymakers
Fisk's settlement on sale of two valuable paintings reflects a trend in which institutions sell art to pay for other priorities.
An Honest Conversation About Alcohol
Middlebury's ex-president wins backing for campaign to show unintended impact of -- and alternatives to -- drinking age of 21.
More Bad News for Lenders
Leading senator poised to introduce legislation requiring banks to compete on price for right to offer federal student loans.
Those Pesky Academic Standards
Clemson's president agrees to examine admissions process for athletes -- as boosters complain the criteria make it hard to compete.
Calculating the Tobacco Taint
U. of Virginia researchers aim to prevent teen smoking -- with $25 million gift from Philip Morris. Does the end justify the means?
Lawmakers Query Bush Budget for Science Education
House hearing on president's 2008 plan renews concerns about shift of funds from National Science Foundation to Education Department.