Chinese Colleges Even More Intertwined with Communist Party
In their charters, schools are removing language about freedom of thought in favor of emphasizing loyalty to the Party. On NPR.
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Lawsuit Wants to Rid UNC-Chapel Hill of Coal Plant
The lawsuit claims the coal-fired power plant puts local residents' health at risk. On the Daily Tar Heel.
When College Presidents Get Political
Jerry Falwell Jr. at Liberty University and Paul LeBlanc at Southern New Hampshire University have not been shy about getting political, LeBlanc calling it "necessary." On Inside Higher Ed.
New Google Certification to Prep for IT Work
The certification can be completed within eight months, for Python and IT automation. On Accuracy in Academia.
Western Carolina BoT Urges Cooper to Pass Budget
It joins the UNC System Board of Governors calling for action on the budget to release higher ed-related funds. On NC Policy Watch.
Silent Protest by Professors at Ohio U as Budget Cuts Loom
The cuts are falling on professors more than administrative staff. On the Athens News.
Universities Are Not a Fount of Inventions and Start-Ups
Academics do not understand what industry wants for new inventions and innovations; regardless, universities are quick to claim their skill in spurring economic growth. On The Washington Post.
Governance Problems at Roanoke-Chowan CC Puts It on Probation
Belligerent and uncooperative board members have put the community college's accreditation at risk. On EdNC.
More Accountability on Colleges Bring Scrutiny from the Public
With more information about graduate outcomes, higher ed will be forced to answer some uncomfortable questions about the value students get. On Real Clear Education.
Johns Hopkins Drops Legacy Admissions
The university wanted to educate students who qualified for admission, regardless of family background. On The Atlantic.