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UNC Wins Affirmative Action Case, for Now
Federal judge backs university’s consideration of race in admissions. But appeals are expected, and the Supreme Court has yet to decide whether it will hear the Harvard case.
What Influences Immigration Judges
What influences immigration judges in granting asylum to unaccompanied minors? In today's Academic Minute, Texas Lutheran University's Daniel Braaten looks...
Do Applicants Lie About Their Race?
Some college applicants do lie about their race, survey finds.
Fall Enrollment Drops Bring Fresh Worries
Enrollment rates at community colleges continue to plummet across the country as administrators seek solutions to stanch the outward flow of students.
Albion Board Backs President Under Fire
Albion College’s board has issued a strong statement of support for Mathew Johnson, its new president, who has been sharply...
Smith College Improves Its Aid Offerings
Smith College announced a series of improvements to its financial aid packages Friday. Among them: Beginning next fall, there will...
Responding to Dating Violence and Stalking on Campuses
The Lauren McCluskey Foundation announced five initiatives on Friday to respond to dating violence and stalking on campuses. The announcement...
To Thank or Not to Thank: Students in Divestment Fight
Experts say crediting students for their climate advocacy is wise. But institutions tend to minimize the role campus activists may have played in helping them decide to divest from fossil fuels.