Students Get Radicalized by Other Students and Administrators—Not Professors
The myth of a professor brainwashing students doesn't hold up. On USA Today.
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The Ways Students Avoid Buying Textbooks
The high price of textbooks pushes students to do without, buy used, or employ various options to save on college costs. On EdSurge.
Duke Gets $25 Million for Environmental Research
Alumni donated the gift to "protect the environment" and educate the public. On the Duke Chronicle.
Hate and Bias Report System at Wisconsin Overrun with Bickering
Meant as a way for students to report racism and bigotry, the system at the University of Wisconsin has been used for minor squabbles, complaints, and reporting general rudeness. On the MacIver Institute.
Maine Political Activity Policy Could Limit Free Speech
Professors across the state are concerned they could be limited in speaking about policy by the new rule. On Inside Higher Ed.
How to Give College a (Free) Second Try
Greg Gutfeld is using YouTube, podcasts, and the internet to learn what he missed or didn't learn in college. On Fox News.
Elite MBA Degrees Offered at a Discount, Too
With a booming economy, more elite business schools are offering scholarships and discounts to lure students away from a job. On TaxProf Blog.
Some Colleges Offering In-State Tuition to Out-of-State Neighbors
Worried about competition from other schools, universities are offering discounts to nearby students to keep enrollment up. On the Omaha World-Herald.
Half of College Dropouts Left Due to Costs
College expenses have pushed many students out who were not failing. On Fox Business.
Chemistry Prof Fired Even After Title IX Investigation Lacked Standing
Though an allegation of sexual harassment had insufficient evidence to support it, the George Washington University professor was dismissed. On Reason.