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Aid Expert Appointed (Finally)
In move anticipated by many campus leaders, and feared by lenders and for-profit colleges, Shireman is named to key Education Department role.
SAT Skepticism in New Form
NYU announces shift to give more options about tests, but not to go test-optional. Move comes amid increased discussion of this approach to reforming standardized exams.
AAUP Backs Notre Dame in Commencement Controversy
The Indiana Conference of the American Association of University Professors has weighed in on the controversy surrounding President Obama's upcoming...
Creationists Sue Texas Over Rejected Degree Program
The Institute for Creation Research is suing Texas for the right to award master's degrees in the state. The Dallas...
Western Expansion
An emerging student group called Youth for Western Civilization opposes "radical multiculturalism," provoking fury on some campuses where the message is viewed as intolerant.
2 Charged in Threats Against UCLA Scientists
A California grand jury on Monday unsealed indictments charging two animal rights activists with 10 counts of threatening scientists at...
U. of Tennessee Reported Donations It Never Received
A state audit has found that the University of Tennessee reported receiving $6.4 million in donations last year that the...
'Higher Learning, Greater Good'
To many academics, the societal benefits of higher education are more than evident. But many others -- including some influential...