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Losing the White Working Class, Too
Survey of voting bloc that favored Trump finds skepticism about value of higher education.
Coping With a Blockade
Interview with leader from Qatar about the small country’s Education City, which has six U.S. university partners, and how it is coping with a blockade by five Arab nations.
Irvine Revokes 500 Admissions Offers
Many suspect they are being punished for the university ending up with a much larger than expected freshman class.
Frogs in the Wrong Ponds, Tiger Mothers and the ‘Best’ College
Study suggests that many -- especially those with Asian backgrounds -- may not realize that best fit may not be most prestigious institution. Can counselors challenge preconceptions?
Math Journal Editors Quit for Open Access
To protest the high prices charged by their publisher, Springer, the editors of the Journal of Algebraic Combinatorics will start a rival journal that will be free for all to read.
VP Leaves Clark Atlanta University Amid Allegations
Tanya Walters, former vice president for student affairs at Clark Atlanta University, has parted ways with the institution, although it’s...
Clinton College President Placed on Leave
The president of Clinton College, in Rock Hill, S.C., was placed on leave several weeks ago, and an acting president...
The Week in Admissions News
"Demonstrated interest" as another advantage for the wealthy; education for "good jobs," parental help on applications; more.