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Disparities
Program Seeks to Diversify Physicians in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — Two local University of Nebraska institutions have teamed up to create a program to diversify Omaha’s physician population. The Urban Health Opportunities Program will provide tuition and other benefits to undergraduate students at the University of Nebraska at Omaha who want to be doctors in Omaha, particularly in the northeast and southeast […]
September 2, 2016
Leadership & Policy
Georgetown University to Atone for Slavery Ties
Georgetown derived operational funds from the profits of Maryland plantations and benefited from the sale of 272 enslaved persons in 1838.
September 1, 2016
Leadership & Policy
Board Hires Kansas Attorney to Investigate North Dakota State President
FARGO, N.D. ― A Kansas investigator has been hired to look into whether embattled North Dakota State University President Dean Bresciani violated state Board of Higher Education policy, university system officials said Thursday. The probe centers on now-rescinded media guidelines for covering Bison athletics that were roundly criticized by journalists and on social media before […]
September 1, 2016
Faculty & Staff
Lafayette College Professor Goes on Hunger Strike Over Tenure Denial
EASTON, Pa. ― A professor at a Pennsylvania college says he’s on a hunger strike over the denial of his application for tenure. Juan Rojo announced his plan during a faculty meeting on Tuesday and says he expects to continue teaching at Lafayette College in Easton through the rest of the semester. He says he […]
September 1, 2016
Students
Analysis: Child Care Centers Losing Ground at Public Colleges
Despite an increase in the number of college students with children, campus-based child care at public colleges is steadily becoming more scarce, according to a new analysis released Thursday.
September 1, 2016
Sports
Thanks to Colin Kaepernick and Those Who Can’t Stand Racial Injustice
The presence of sport in American society has always lived under the long shadow of racism.
September 1, 2016
Blogs/Opinion
What Do Adult Students Want from College?
Each year, legions of adult learners – that is, students who are 25 years old or older – take a first or second chance at higher education. This growing demographic tends to be ambitious, capable, and eager to learn. But until now, there was no large-scale ranking of colleges that cater to the group. On […]
September 1, 2016
Veterans
Fort Campbell Takes Part in Soldier-for-Life Event
Starting in October, Fort Campbell will be one of six installations taking part in a pilot program, which will test changes to the Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Program. Currently all transitioning Soldiers receive the same career readiness classes to prepare them for life after the Army. The pilot program will use an algorithm […]
September 1, 2016
Veterans
New Pell Grant Program Removes Barriers
Jackson State University and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College are taking part in a new federal program that aims to increase low-income students’ access to college. Starting this semester, about 10,000 high school students across the country can use Pell Grants for dual enrollment courses for the first time. Most students pay for dual enrollment […]
September 1, 2016
Other News
10 Online Bachelor’s Programs with Highest Grad Rates
The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List: College, The Short List: […]
September 1, 2016
Other News
ITT Spiral Continues in California
California has banned ITT from accepting new students at 15 campuses across the state, following the U.S. Department of Education’s decision last week to prohibit the school from accepting students who require financial aid to finance their education. The for-profit mainstay has to pay $152 million to cover potential claims from students who can prove […]
September 1, 2016
Other News
Officials Warn Ohio Students of Grant, Scholarship Scams
OXFORD, Ohio — College students and parents in southwest Ohio are being warned to watch out for scammers seeking to rip people off through fake scholarship and tax schemes. “Whether it’s the first year or the final year of college, life before the beginning of the school year is busy for students,” said Sandy Guile, […]
September 1, 2016
Other News
ITT Technical Institute Halts Student Enrollment
CARMEL, Ind.— The company that runs ITT Technical Institute has announced it has stopped enrolling all new students a week after the federal government banned the for-profit school from students who use federal loans to pay for classes. ITT Educational Services Inc. officials have not publicly responded to the U.S. Department of Education’s moves, except […]
September 1, 2016
Women
University of Colorado Business Dean Accused of Gender Discrimination to Resign
BOULDER, Colo. ― The dean of University of Colorado’s business school is resigning from his position amid allegations of gender discrimination. The Daily Camera reports David Ikenberry said in a resignation letter Monday he thinks the Leeds School of Business “needs a fresh start.” Ikenberry will remain in his post until Senior Vice Provost Bill […]
August 31, 2016
Students
Clemson Defends Prayer Policy after Man Told to Move
CLEMSON, S.C. ― Clemson University is defending its policy after a staff member asked a man praying on campus last week to remove a sign or leave. Local media reported a man had a “Prayer” sign Aug. 25 when he was asked to remove the sign or file a request to hold an event. Clemson […]
August 31, 2016
Students
Helene Fuld College of Nursing Tops List of Best Community Colleges
In WalletHub’s analysis, New York City’s Helene Fuld College of Nursing was the best community college overall, when looking at all metrics of cost and educational and career outcomes in combination.
August 31, 2016
Students
A Recipe for Success in Educating STEM Leaders
Is there a recipe for success? Nothing beats hard work, we can all agree on that.
August 31, 2016
Faculty & Staff
At the Bottom of the Resource Gap Lies the Diversity Desert
Actually, it really is difficult to hire a more diverse faculty, and it’s a phenomenon that affects colleges across the country.
August 31, 2016
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