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Is Class-Based Affirmative Action a Pipe Dream?
Since the Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions, a chorus of voices has called for an ambitious—but costly—economic alternative.
Workforce Development Top Priority for State Higher Ed Officers
A new report by the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association lists economic and workforce development as a top priority...
Stopping the Cancer Crosstalk: Academic Minute
Today on the Academic Minute: Kideok Jin, associate professor in the department of pharmaceutical sciences at the Albany College of...
GW Settles COVID Lawsuit for $5.4 Million
George Washington University has reached a $5.4 million settlement with former students who allege the institution broke its contract with...
Veterans’ Studies Gains Traction as Emerging Field
As more colleges focus on recruiting military veterans, proponents of this nascent academic discipline want to promote academic inquiry about veterans.
Student Wellness Tip: Create Mental Health Day Reflections
Excused absences for mental health days are growing more common for K-12 learners, but most institutions of higher education don’t allow the same flexibility. One professor shares how he offers—and holds students accountable for—mental health breaks.
Cosmetology Schools Sue to Block Gainful-Employment Regs
The trade association representing cosmetology schools is suing the Biden administration to block its new gainful-employment rule from taking effect...
U.S. Focused on Consumer Protection, Accountability in Rules Overhaul
The Education Department wants to ensure that accreditors and states are doing their part to hold colleges accountable.