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In Texas, an Independent University Weighs Joining a System
Four of Texas’ seven university systems want Stephen F. Austin University to join their ranks. For the unaffiliated institution, the vetting process has just begun.
Capital Campaign Watch: Louisiana State, Penn State Harrisburg
Louisiana State University raised $1.59 billion in a campaign that started three years ago with a goal of $1.5 billion...
U of North Dakota Will Return Native American Remains
The University of North Dakota has found Native American “human remains … believed to be partial skeletal remains from dozens...
English Professors Study More Than Books
English professors don’t always have their nose in a book. In today’s Academic Minute, Santa Clara University’s Amy Lueck explains...
Completion Boost for 2-Year Students Who Take (Some) Online Courses
Black, Hispanic and low-income community college students who take up to half their courses online increase their odds of completing degrees, a working paper finds. Fully online learners are less likely to earn a credential.
A Market Solution to Teacher Shortages Raises Alarms
For-profit “alternate route” teacher-preparation programs are gaining popularity. Some say they’re key to ending teacher shortages; others fear quality and retention will suffer.
New Programs: Data Science, Dental Therapy, Computer Engineering
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University are starting a major in data science. Skagit Valley College, in partnership...