IHE 01-05-2026 DNU

Last year, the Trump administration widely rejected funding research it disfavors. But, just before 2026 began, one of its agencies agreed in court filings to take another look at proposals it sat on or turned down.

Some education experts are prepared for the sector’s growing disenchantment with generative artificial intelligence. Others believe it will improve college systems and processes.

The state’s lame-duck Republican officials sided with the Trump administration and asked a federal judge to block the Virginia Dream Act. Incoming Democrats and advocacy groups are vowing to fight.

The decision comes after the Department of Education asked the DOJ’s Office of Legal Counsel to review the legality of a number of programs they said used racial “quotas.”

Serving more than 1,500 students, Roxbury Community College’s “Rox Box” provides food, essentials and support beyond the classroom.

It’s become all too apparent that high school grades are insufficient in signaling college preparedness.

By Nick Standlea

Standardized test requirements should be aligned with mission—a fact that demands a variety of approaches across different states and institutional types.

By Ryan Creps

Starting my doctoral research over with a brand-new project was the best option.

By Miyo K. Chatanaka

Doug Lederman returns to Inside Higher Ed’s pages with a new column exploring why colleges need to adapt and what might happen if they don’t.

By Doug Lederman

Ignore the poop emoji on the cover. This one’s a winner.

By Matt Reed

Getting away to focus on your writing even for as little as a week could push you out of your comfort zone and unlock new ideas.

By Susan D’Agostino

Five ambitious goals for college leaders in 2026.

By John Kroger