Fake Transcripts?
A private prep school in Louisiana has allegedly sent fake transcripts and letters of recommendation to elite schools such as Harvard and Yale. Some universities will not respond to the allegations. On the Daily Wire.
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Research Shutdown
Due to the government shutdown, several agencies that fund higher education grants are momentarily closed. Some of the agencies include the National Science Foundation and the National Endowment for the humanities. On Inside Higher Ed.
NC Colleges Ranked by Grad Pay
According to the College Score Card, graduates from Duke University, Wake Forest University, and Davidson College have the highest average earning potential in the state. UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State are ranked 4th and 5th.
On Biz Journal.
Board Members: Public Has Positive View of Higher Ed
A recent report by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) and Gallup found that most college and university board members think the public has a positive view of higher ed. On Education Dive.
Applicant Didn’t Take LSAT, Files Lawsuit
A Duke Law School applicant who did not take the LSAT is suing the university. He has also filed suits against Harvard University, the Law School Admission Council, and the Association of American Law Schools. On the Chronicle.
College is Not the Only Option
Dr. Doug Green argues that K-12 students should be encouraged to consider two sets of careers: one that requires a college degree and another that requires a shorter trade program. College shouldn't be students' only option. On Ed Week.
The Difficulty of Class Registration as a UNC Transfer Student
The delayed registration times and other hurdles mean that some transfer students scramble for classes. On the Daily Tar Heel.
Ridgewater College Ends Football Program
Given the cost of the program and the difficulty of recruiting a full team, the college has decided to eliminate football and focus on other aspects of higher ed. On Inside Higher Ed.
Duke’s Random Roommate Policy Takes Effect without Big Issues
After Duke mandated all students will be randomly assigned a roommate, the policy has been smooth in implementation. On Inside Higher Ed.
The Left-Liberal Assumptions of Law School
Encouraging students to avoid legal practice, become skeptical of the rule of law, and focus on activism instead of knowledge can have deleterious effects on the legal profession. On Law & Liberty.