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Growing Parolee Population
We know prison populations are increasing; how about the parolee population? In today's Academic Minute, Columbia University's Vincent Schiraldi says...
Helping an Applicant Stretch His Ethnic Identity
College counselor finds herself doubting an applicant whose wealthy parents see his Latin American grandmother (whom he hasn't met) as a route to being admitted to a top college.
When Students Harass Professors
"Contra-power" harassment of professors by students isn't that common, but it's a real problem.
Trump's Choice for NEH
Jon Parrish Peede has been leading endowment on acting basis. He has expressed interest in the endowment promoting nonfaculty careers in humanities.
A Guide to Good OER Stewardship
Concerned about commercial publishers profiting from open educational resources, a group of advocates wants organizations and individuals that benefit from OER to think about giving back.
The College Board Apology That Isn't Taking
A second apology sets off yet more anger.
Should Parental Visa Status Count?
Some colleges continue to ask applicants who are legal residents of the U.S. about their parents' status.
The Week in Admissions News
Random roommates only; wealthy parents; Obama scholarships.