Customizing the Business School Degree to Fit Employers
Consultancy firms are getting more involved in business schools to prepare students for the work the firms do. On The Wall Street Journal.
Headlines
Student Death at Virginia Commonwealth Brings Greek Life Review
After a rush event, a student died and the university is investigating fraternities and sororities on campus. On the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Carolina Universities Cutting Spring Breaks in Response to COVID-19
Some colleges have canceled Spring Break, while others have shifted days off around in the calendar to prevent trips. On WCNC.
Next College Hiring Requirement: Allegiance to Diversity Efforts
At the University of Utah, promotion is cut off from anyone who disagrees with the status quo on diversity issues. On the National Association of Scholars.
Don’t Purge Trump Supporters from Higher Ed
The threat to academic freedom is great, and higher ed already struggles to respect differences of opinion. On The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Don’t Require Two Years of Dorm Life
At Michigan State, students are upset about a change to keep students on campus longer. On the State News.
The Ill-Fated Chancellor of East Carolina
The saga of Cecil Staton at ECU showed a conflict of visions and tensions over athletics and change. On The Assembly.
The Pros of Banning Students from Google
Google can distract students from actually reading the assignment and thinking about the information at hand, taking them down tertiary rabbit holes and hampering communication. On Minding the Campus.
As Feds Drop It, Florida Gov Wants Scrutiny on Foreign Gifts Colleges Received
Ron DeSantis wants more data from Florida colleges whenever they receive at least $50,000 from a foreign entity. On Higher Ed Dive.
U of Wisconsin Sued by Ex-Wide Receiver for Expulsion
Quintez Cephus claims he was a scapegoat in a flawed sexual assault investigation that found him at fault. On Athletic Business.