Colleges Lowering Tuition as They Become More Price Sensitive
Small private colleges are starting to show that market forces can lower prices. On the Hechinger Report.
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The End of ‘Kangaroo Courts’ on Campus
Betsy DeVos' rule changes could re-assert due process on campus sexual assault investigations. On National Review.
UNC Announces Silent Sam Relocation on Campus
Chancellor Carol Folt says Silent Sam belongs on campus, but not "at the front door." On Reuters.
How Liberty University Restricts Its Student Journalists
At its student-run newspaper, journalists find the administration takes a heavy hand to promote its interests and silence criticism. On World Magazine.
Higher Ed Deregulation Is About Informed Decisions
Rather than spending now and asking questions later, Betsy DeVos' changes want to prepare students before they enter college. On The Wall Street Journal.
Texas A&M Gives $75 Million, 10-Year Contract for Football Coach
In its quest for athletic success, Texas A&M hands out the "richest contract ever given to a college football coach." On ESPN.
Justice Department Accuses Harvard of ‘Outright Racial Balancing’
In the lawsuit over affirmative action for admission, Harvard says it will defend its right to use race as a consideration when picking its students. On WRAL.
3 Arrests Over Silent Sam Protests
Protests and counterprotests for and against the statue remained largely peaceful, but the police used tear gas at one point. On WRAL.
How Betsy DeVos Could Change Sexual Assault Investigations
Only investigating formal complaints, on-campus events, and labeling mistreating the accused as discrimination could all be changes coming soon from the Department of Education. On the 74 Million.
UNC to Have Plan for Silent Sam in November
The Board of Governors will decide on a "lawful and lasting" plan that will decide the fate of the statue on November 15. On the News & Observer.