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New Presidents or Provosts: California State U–Chico, California State U–Sacramento, Culver-Stockton College, Principia College, Sonoma State U, Texas A&M U, Thomas More U
Program Launch: Student Success Collaborative Supports Diverse Populations
The Educational Equity and Excellence Collaborative at Rutgers establishes cohesion in access and support measures for first-generation, underrepresented minority and low-income students.
Graduate Mentorship—Why It Matters and What Makes It Effective
A May report from the American Council on Education offers university leaders insight into the value of mentorship programs for underrepresented students in graduate education and recommendations for establishing their own.
Academic Unions: Chalk, Markers Led to Felony Vandalism Charges
The University of California at San Diego police department arrested two students and a graduate for "felony vandalism" of a new building. The university says they did more than $12,000 in damage, but the unions said they used washable markers and chalk.
State Voter ID Laws in Flux, Student IDs in Question
State laws vary widely on whether college-issued IDs can be used at polling places. As some states change or modify the laws, voting rights advocates say the legislative maneuvers may impede student voting.
Online Learning Still in High Demand at Community Colleges
Some colleges are still offering half or the majority of their classes online in response to student demand.
Princeton Graduate Student Abducted in Iraq
Is There a Future for U.S. Campuses in China?
American branch campuses in China are facing a confluence of logistical, geopolitical and economic challenges. Many wonder whether the risks are still worth the rewards.