New President at Asheville-Buncombe Tech
John D. Gossett, who formerly led McDowell Technical Community College, will step in at A-B Tech by July 13. On WLOS.
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ECU Trustees Want the State Budget Approved
The trustees unanimously approved a resolution to override governor Roy Cooper's veto of the budget. On the Daily Reflector.
Will Students Get a Tuition Refund?
Some students, such as at Ohio State and Stanford, will receive some refunds on room and board or meal plans, but many schools don't have extra cash to hold them over. On The Wall Street Journal.
How Community Colleges Are Changing
The coronavirus is like a "months-long hurricane," said Peter Hans, the North Carolina Community College system president, and remote work and online learning will play a big role. On EdNC.
Weakest Schools Take the Coronavirus Crisis on the Chin
The need for liquidity and the negative revenue outlook could doom a few colleges as they ride out the coronavirus. On Inside Higher Ed.
Should Colleges Embrace Pass/Fail for the Coronavirus Semester?
Advocates say it could take the stress off the rapid changes, but it could also affect GPA and future prospects for grad school. On Inside Higher Ed.
Florida College Merger Bill Put on Hold
A plan to add two colleges into the University of Florida system was shelved as the state legislature ended its session, but it may return in the future. On Inside Higher Ed.
The Disappearing Premium on a College Degree
Earnings for a college degree are still higher, but the boost in wealth is getting smaller. On The Atlantic.
A Growing Consensus on UNC Governance?
After running a series on governance reform, some common themes are emerging at Higher Ed Works. On Higher Ed Works.
University Labs Transition for Coronavirus
Labs are ramping up to tests for the virus and to study it. On the Chronicle of Higher Education.