Men Falling Behind in College, but Few Programs Exist to Help
As women dominate the college population, problems that men face get ignored and students who want to take action get labeled as problematic. On Minding the Campus.
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An Academic Boot Camp for 1st-Generation Students
The Educational Opportunity Program at the NJ Institute of Technology pushes high school grad through 15-hour days, but their results have been impressive in ensuring students are ready for a college environment. On The Washington Post.
Struggling Rural Colleges Look to Department of Agriculture for Loans
The USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Direct Loan is a program little-known to the public, but familiar to small, rural colleges in a tight spot. On Inside Higher Ed.
Duke’s Struggle with Fixing Its Sexual-Assault Policies
Even after reforms following scandals, Duke students are not satisfied with Duke's actions and remain concerned. On The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Growth of Student Debt in South Carolina Tops Everyone Else
In the last decade, no state has seen student debt grow like South Carolinians; their debt has grown from $5.6 billion to $23.1 billion. On The State.
Michigan State Group Wants Outsider as New University President
After the sexual abuse scandal and the fall of a president, a group of students, faculty, and administrators wants to see a president who has no connection to current university leadership. On Education Dive.
UNC Board of Governors Accepts Folt Resignation—Effective Jan. 31
UNC Chancellor Carol Folt planned to leave the university after graduation, but the Board of Governors wanted to "compress the timeline" and see her gone earlier. On Inside Higher Ed.
Washington Governor Announces Plan for Free College
Jay Inslee wants to use $103 million in higher ed funds to help Washington state students who qualify as disadvantaged or needy. On My Northwest.
The Use of Niche Programs
Many community colleges develop odd-sounding programs, but they can benefit students if administrators know whether to keep it small and how to plan for its future. On Community College Daily.
After Lawsuit, Tulane Ends Women-Only Scholarships
A Title IX investigation was launched after a mother of two sons filed a complaint; Tulane will comply with the Office of Civil Rights but does not view it as an admission of guilt or wrongdoing. On PJ Media.