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More than ‘symbolic’: What do no-confidence votes mean in a tense higher ed world?
Former university presidents Michael Nietzel and Charles Ambrose discuss faculty votes against college leaders and…
‘A razor’s edge’: How colleges are navigating civil rights probes under Trump
Some colleges have cut deals, while others have fought back against federal officials. Both come with risks, legal…
Michigan State faculty vote no confidence in board after leadership turmoil
The vote, which overwhelmingly passed, followed complaints of trustee infighting and President Kevin Guskiewicz…
Trump administration caps student visa stays at 4 years under final rule
Critics have castigated the measure, arguing it ignores average degree completion times and creates unnecessary…
House panel OKs permanent moves for some Education Department functions
Republican supporters say the higher education and K-12 changes would spur efficiencies. Democratic lawmakers say…
Leaders say studying abroad improved their skills, survey finds
Most respondents reported that their international education strengthened their strategic thinking skills and…
Washington governor eyes FAFSA requirement for high school students
Since taking office last year, Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson has prioritized increasing the state’s completion rate…
S&P: Despite enrollment gains, margins have worsened at colleges
The credit ratings agency found increases in median headcounts across colleges it rates, but also weakening…
University of California committee suspends standardized test review
The system’s academic senate is “revising its timeline” to comprehensively examine the role of college entrance…
Penn State, Temple and Pitt get boost from new performance-based funding
A new $10 million pool of performance-based funds adds money to long-stagnant appropriations but falls short of…