U of Louisville Foundation Attracts an IRS Audit
Mismanagement and extra pay to university leaders caused a scandal, and now the IRS will take a look to trace lingering problems and judge attempts at reform. On the Louisville Courier-Journal.
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Colleges Need to Take ‘Skin in the Game’ Seriously
Rather than letting colleges gamble with taxpayer money, they should properly invest in students and bear the results of their actions. On AEI.
Men Benefit More from Getting Credentials
A new analysis found that men have higher employment rates and higher earnings than women who gain the same credentials. On Inside Higher Ed.
Mizzou, 3 Years After Protests
New leaders are in place, but racial tension remains an issue and funding and enrollment are down. On Inside Higher Ed.
Using Taxpayer Money for Loan Forgiveness Is Like Burning It
A recent study hints that forgiveness doesn't affect default rates that much; instead, lowering monthly payments might have more success in stabilizing borrowers' finances. On Forbes.
The Underwhelming Influence of Chief Diversity Officers in Improving Diversity
A recent study found no evidence that the diversity officers are making faculty and the student body more diverse, despite college claims about the importance of doing so. On the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Bird E-Scooters Want to Conquer College Campuses
Establishing the scooters on campus could shape college infrastructure, but it's also a "battleground" between the company and administration. On Slate.
Duke Looking to Rename Carr Building Because of Racist Connection
Duke officials need to go through an official renaming process, but students are bothered that their input isn't included. On WRAL.
Graduates Too Optimistic About Future Salaries
Students expect a bigger paycheck than is reasonable to expect; STEM and business grads exaggerate their expectations the most. On Education Dive.
UNC Professors Demand Silent Sam Not Be Restored
A letter signed by 450 faculty members do not want the statue repaired to its original location. On Education Dive.