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Busting Myths About Deadline Extensions
A new study shows that students in large courses both prefer and reap benefits from a dual-deadline system, in which the instructor sets exact assignment deadlines but also allows for defined extensions without penalty.
Northwestern and Rutgers Now in Hot Seat for Next House Hearing
Commencement Changes at Columbia and Emory
Colorado Bill Seen as Model for Improving Credit Transfer
The measure, passed on a bipartisan basis, would guarantee that more courses count toward students’ majors and require transparency on colleges’ transfer activity.
3 Academics Win Pulitzer Prizes for the Arts
A $237M Donation Draws Skepticism
Florida A&M celebrated a massive gift from a little-known donor announced at its commencement. But the lack of information about Gregory Gerami and his company has seeded doubts.
Protests Come for Prospective Students
The latest wave of college protests coincided with events for admitted students and a busy season for campus tours. Admissions offices are walking a thin line to avoid disruption.
UCLA, Yale and Michigan Up Next on Congressional Hot Seat
Can these universities’ leaders avoid the fates of their peers when they head to Congress later this month for the next high-stakes hearing on campus antisemitism?