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Ep. 47: Gauging College Value Primarily in Economic Terms: Pro and Con
Most Americans say they pursue a degree or other credential after high school to improve their job or career prospects...
Banning Left Turns to Improve Traffic Flow
Hate waiting to make a left turn at a busy intersection? You’re not alone. In today’s Academic Minute, Pennsylvania State...
The Number of Colleges Continues to Shrink
More public and private two-year and four-year colleges closed or merged between 2019-20 and 2020-21 than was true for for-profit institutions, a change from recent trends.
Can 2 Jobs Be Merged Into 1?
Harvard’s Kennedy School plans to combine admissions and financial aid positions and to lay off those who hold the positions today. Some experts are dubious.
‘Best of Both Worlds’
Education Department expansion will allow more people to participate in prison education programs while the department prepares for across-the-board Pell Grant access for incarcerated students.
Report: HBCUs Can Benefit U.S. Economy
A new report from McKinsey and Company, a global management and consulting firm, argues that increased funding for historically Black colleges and universities could help close the racial wealth gap, diversify the American workforce and benefit the national economy.
Countering Campus Carry
New report pushes for expanded federal role in regulating guns at higher education institutions, as many states have passed laws permitting campus carry.
Best Safety Practices and Policy, According to Students
From free speech and campus security approaches to Title IX regulation and COVID-19 mitigation, here’s what students say would help them feel safe and secure.