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New Study Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Shortage of STEM Graduates
Large numbers of students who major in STEM subjects do not pursue related careers, a study found. Toxic work cultures prompt many who do work in related fields to leave.
New Report Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Economic Mobility
A new Urban Institute report indicates that job outcomes and economic mobility are more tied to the race and gender...
PEN America Cites 6 Bills ‘Dangerous’ for Higher Ed
PEN America released a list of state bills that the free speech organization considers “dangerous” for higher education because they...
Davidson College Suspends Fraternity Over Hazing
Davidson College has suspended its chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity due to hazing that occurred during the spring...
The Secret Recipe for Super Bowl Ads: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Niusha Jones, assistant professor of marketing at Boise State University, discusses the qualities behind the...
Florida Atlantic Board Chair Resigns Amid Stalled Search
FAU’s search for a new president started in January 2023, but state officials suspended it in July, alleging missteps. Today the process remains stuck in limbo.
Texas A&M Shutters Controversial Qatar Campus
Texas A&M University will close its campus in Qatar by 2028, ending a 21-year partnership with the Qatar Foundation for...
Data-Based Decisions Tips: Using FAFSA Data to Reach At-Need Students
A 2022 Dear Colleague letter from the Education Department encouraged colleges and universities to use FAFSA data to reach out to students about their eligibility for federal benefits, but few did. A new report identifies strategies for direct outreach to better support financially insecure students.