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How They Voted

An investigation into whether UNC leaders voted to remove athletic events from the state over HB2 concerns has revealed that their votes are not protected by a confidentiality clause, as previously claimed. On the Chesser Files.

Whistle-Blower Settlement

Chicago State University has agreed to a $1.3 million settlement to end a whistle-blower lawsuit brought by a former administrator. In the Chronicle of Higher Education.

Board Chair Quits

The board chair at Portland Community College has resigned over a decision by the college to declare itself a sanctuary campus. On Inside Higher Ed.

The Only Option

"Pushing everyone toward college can only lead to disillusionment and lost opportunities for both the student and society at large," writes Annie Holmquist. On Intellectual Takeout.

The iTunes Model

"We need policy makers and business leaders to come together at the same table to help universities, families and students pay for this education in much smarter ways than we are doing today," writes Scott DeRue. On Forbes.

Free College Plan

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced a plan to make public colleges in the state tuition free. It is estimated to cost $163 million. In the New York Times.

Job Perks

The Ohio Ethics Committee has reprimanded Michael Bridges, president of the Wright State University Board of Trustees, for helping his son get a job at the university's research arm. On Inside Higher Ed.

Millenial Fragility

"The focus on psychology distracts attention from more constructive ways of preparing students from disadvantaged backgrounds to deal with the pressures of academic learning," writes Frank Furedi. On Minding the Campus.

Reform in the New Year

"While tax and healthcare reform will undoubtedly be at the top of the agenda, the new Congress should devote some time to reforming the federal government’s role in higher education," writes Preston Cooper. On Forbes.