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The exterior of UW Milwaukee at Washington County's campus building

When Merger or Consolidation Plans Don’t Align

A debate in Wisconsin over the possibility of merging a two-year state institution with a two-year technical college highlights questions of realignment faced by public college systems across the country.

A photograph of North Carolina State University's campus.

He Called an Association a ‘Woke Joke.’ He Lost His Retaliation Claim.

A North Carolina State University professor alleged retaliation for, among other things, his calling the Association for the Study of Higher Education a “Woke Joke.” A 2–1 court decision rejected his claims.

Tenure Awarded ... at Gettysburg, Washington College, Wilkes, Winthrop

The following colleges have awarded professors tenure recently. Gettysburg College Michael Caldwell, biology Rachel Lesser, classics William O’Hara, music Alecea...
Chanit'a Holmes, pictured at the Virginia Tech campus in a yellow cardigan.

Academic Alerts Are a Mixed Bag For Students

Lots of institutions have systems for informing students of their performance in class. New research indicates the positive effects of these “nudges” dwindle over the course of a semester.

Streamers herald the graduation of the Class of 2023 at Chico State.

New on the Job: Jennifer Baszile, California State University

As the inaugural associate vice president for student success and inclusive excellence, Jennifer Baszile oversees the creation, implementation and measurement of student-focused initiatives and programs across 23 Cal State institutions.

The Week in Admissions News

Phone-free experiences for students; high demand for online education at community colleges; expanding CUNY's ASAP.

Wrong Diplomas in North Dakota

About 700 graduates of the University of North Dakota received diplomas with the North Dakota State University seal, instead of...
Harvard building with trees full of autumn leaves

Education Department Urged to Investigate Harvard's Legacy Admissions

Move comes in wake of Supreme Court decision on affirmative action.