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Turnaround for Women at Harvard
University pledges at least $50 million, creates new position and vows to consider numerous policy changes to aid female scientists.
New Loan Repayment Option
The Education Department is giving student borrowers a new way to consolidate -- and to lock in lower interest rates.
One Department Implodes, Another Advances
After U. of Chicago demotes a prominent child psychiatrist, he and 7 colleagues head to Illinois-Chicago.
Outsourcing the Faculty
Professors at Delaware State say the university is trying to create a distance education program in which they will play no role.
Return to Iran
After 25 years with minimal contact, American colleges and academics are rebuilding connections and exchange programs.
Ruling Could Help Gay Faculty in Nebraska
A federal court ruling about Nebraska's ban on gay marriage may end up helping professors in the state win insurance for domestic partners.
Post-Tenure Reviews Without Due Process
Investigators from the American Association of University Professors find fault with the way Virginia State U. dismissed two faculty members.
Reality TV 101
New television show features competition among bright low-income students -- and admissions officers as judges -- for a full scholarship.