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Ohio State Seeks Trademark for ‘The’
Ohio State University last week filed a trademark application for “The” when it is used in conjunction with the name...
Feminist Cringe Comedies
Do you cringe sometimes while watching your favorite comedian? In today's Academic Minute, part of Union College Week, Lori Marso...
Bagel and Schmear? Not Here
As it turns out, many Ph.D. students resent the expectation that they bring food and drinks to their thesis defenses. UCLA's psychology department just said they shouldn't do it.
Lawyers’ Group Disagrees on College Model of ‘Affirmative Consent’
The American Bar Association wanted to change the definition of consent in criminal sexual assault cases that closely mirrors the definition used by college and universities -- but criticism from due process advocates blocked the move.
Budget Compromise in Alaska
The state's governor and university officials strike a deal that will cut funding by $70 million over three years instead of a whopping $136 million immediately.
A University's Online M.B.A. Is Less Expensive -- and Purposely Different
Boston University's new online business degree is $24,000 for a reason. Unlike on-campus program, it has no electives and is aimed at a different audience.
Study: Talking About Mental Health Reduces Stigma Among Students
College students who participate in fun activities that address mental health are significantly less likely to stigmatize people with mental...
There Will Be Puppies
No, you’re not dreaming. The American Political Science Association confirmed this week that a “puppy social” advertised in the otherwise...