The Long-Term Cost of Short-Term Pell Grants
Opening Pell grant funding for short programs to help students complete some credentials could weaken the grant's financial stability. On New America Foundation.
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Yale Rabbi Attacked Outside Jewish Center
Two teens assaulteed him and stole his car in downtown New Haven. On Inside Higher Ed.
Figuring Out What North Carolina College Sports Will Look Like
The financial hit has been steep, and for smaller programs, the coronavirus may call their existence into question. On the News & Observer.
Coronavirus Becoming a Fight for College’s Financial Stability
Some major schools are losing revenue beyond $100 million, while smaller schools might not be able to survive for next year. On AP.
Dorm Evictions for Coronavirus, but Trouble for Students
While colleges are offering space for public health needs, students who previously occupied those spaces are not being informed in a respectfulu way. On Inside Higher Ed.
The Diversity Oath Is Growing in Influence
As another form of control, diversity statements are looked upon as more important than a potential professor's academic record. On Minding the Campus.
Why Some Colleges Should Now Consider Admission by Lottery
Selective colleges can't rely on test scores and other factors they usually use, thanks to the coronavirus; lottery might be their best way to get a strong class. On Forbes.
Faculty at George Washington U Want Their President Gone
Some faculty and students are not letting up on their demands for the president to leave; they disagree with his vision of the future of GWU. On the Washington Post.
Air Force Academy Focusing on Suicide, Mental Health
After two cadets committed suicide, the academy is trying something different. On the Colorado Springs Gazette.
The Creativity of Community Colleges
From keeping computer labs open and expanding wi-fi in parking lots, to preparing job training programs for anticipated demand, community colleges are trying to make social distancing work. On the Houston Chronicle.