Time for Reform
Coronavirus could trim the fat at many colleges—for the better. On the Federalist.
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The Future of Higher Ed: Austerity
A lot of unanswered questions remain, but business as usual is not in the future for college. On the American Conservative.
UK Universities Want a Bailout, Too
Universities are asking to keep funding levels steady and for the state to cover all research costs. On the Times of Higher Education.
Enrollments May Be Threatened by Lack of Campus Visits
If students can't make visits as campuses are shut down, colleges can't sell them on what may be a risky decision. On the Los Angeles Times.
$42 Million More for Youth Apprenticeships
The money from the Department of Labor will fund new or existing apprenticeship programs for youths as young as 16. On Commuunity College Daily.
The Teachers at NC Community Colleges
The majority of operating expenses at community colleges are for teacher salaries, but most are part-time and paid less than four-year colleges or, often, the private sector. On EdNC.
At Liberty U, Falwell Jr. Puts Out Warrants for Reporters
Falwell Jr. accused reporters from the New York Times and ProPublica of trespassing while writing articles critical of him. On Politico.
A Tuition Strike from Students?
Some students are threatening to withhold some tuition payments because they aren't satisfied with the quality of education given in online classes. On Inside Higher Ed.
Student Loans Have Failed
Loans aren't lifting up poor students as much as the college-for-all crowd would like, and the history of student loans is filled with crises. On Reason.
Looming State Budget Cuts for Higher Ed
State budget cuts will hit higher ed hard, despite federal relief packages. On Inside Higher Ed.