Attorneys General Ask for Pause on New Title IX Rules
They're concerned about the coronavirus slowing down the adoption of new rules. On Education Dive.
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Academia’s Problems Aren’t Caused by Capitalism
The rot within the academy comes from its leaders and the incentives within in, not from capitalism crushing the pursuit of truth. On Areo.
NC State Students Making Face Shields for Medical Workers
A machine shop is making almost 100 specialized masks for doctors and nurses and trying to ramp up production. On ABC 11.
Will Students Return to Campus?
Financial concerns might dissuade some students from accepting admission. On Inside Higher Ed.
A Once-Unthinkable University Research Shutdown
Only the most essential research continues—and early-career researchers are worried about how it will affect their futures. On Inside Higher Ed.
Big Hit to Division I Schools: NCAA Cuts Revenue Share by Half
Instead of distributing about $600 million, it will only send out $225 million. On ESPN.
Ivy League Putting Less Emphasis on Admissions Rate
The most selective schools aren't so selective this year thanks to the coronavirus. On The Wall Street Journal.
This Year, It’ll Be Easier to Get Accepted into College
As top universities are worried about numbers, they're more inclined to accept more students than usual to guarantee a filled classroom. On The Wall Street Journal.
After Sex Abuse Scandal, Penn State Didn’t Protect Students
The Department of Education is hammering Penn State for failing to respond to sexual harassment complains, along with poor record-keeping. On Education Dive.
A New Online Threat: ‘Zoombombing’
If professors ignore some settings, students or hackers can play offensive videos or harass other students. On Inside Higher Ed.