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Close-up shot of four female students doing calculus problems on a whiteboard in a larger active learning–style classroom.

A New ‘Standard of Care’ for Calculus?

A study from Florida International University’s STEM Transformation Institute finds that using a new calculus curriculum rooted in active learning boosts student knowledge—and grades.

Streamlining and Scaling Transfer for Equity’s Sake: Key Podcast

The complex, confusing process by which students move between colleges has been an acknowledged barrier impeding postsecondary completion, particularly for...

Presidents, Twitter and U.S. Soft Power: Academic Minute

Today on the Academic Minute: Stephen Collins, professor of government and international affairs at Kennesaw State University, examines the importance...

NYU to Divest From Fossil Fuels

After years of protests and ongoing pressure from student activists, New York University leaders will divest from fossil fuel companies...

SUNY Expands Academic Support Program

The State University of New York system will bring an academic support program for low-income students, developed in the City...
A group of diverse college students chat sitting at desks in a college classroom.

Report: Gaps in Student Belonging in Academic, Co-Curricular Services

Students who have active learning opportunities, receive frequent and intentional academic advising, and utilize support services are more likely to feel they belong at their college or university, according to new research from Tyton Partners. Here’s what campus leaders can do.

Four students, some in Coppin State University T-shirts, walk on campus.

In-State Tuition for Out-of-State HBCU Aspirants

Students who want to attend a historically Black college but have no options in their home states can attend two Maryland HBCUs and pay in-state prices starting next fall.

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‘U.S. News’ Rankings Not the ‘Behemoth’ Perceived

A new report says the publication’s “Best Colleges” rankings play a “notable but decidedly supporting role” in students’ college decisions.