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Online Students Multitask More (Not in a Good Way)
Study finds that even those who are inclined to stray do so less in face-to-face classes -- presumably because instructors and peers are watching. What are the implications for online learning? And is all multitasking bad?
‘Generous Thinking’
A leader in digital humanities outlines ideas in her new book about how higher education can engage with the public in a sometimes hostile world.
NYU Plans Second Medical School
New York University, which has a medical school in Manhattan, is planning to open a second one, on Long Island...
Central Florida President Quits, 7 Months Into Job
Dale Whittaker announced Tuesday that he is resigning as president of the University of Central Florida, after only seven months...
Gettysburg Trustee Resigns Over Nazi Costume
Bob Garthwait has resigned as a trustee of Gettysburg College after photos circulated -- as first reported by the student...
Klobuchar Comes Out Against Free College
At a CNN town hall event this week, Senator Amy Klobuchar, a Minnesota Democrat running for her party’s presidential nomination...
Consolidation and Completion Gains
Merger between a low-performing community college and a nearby university has increased graduation and transfer rates -- and could be a model for other colleges.
Hampshire Announces Layoffs
Hampshire College on Tuesday told nine employees in its admissions and advancement offices that they will be laid off as...