The ‘Toxic Positivity’ at UNC
A report on staff members notes that they feel left out and are treated as an afterthought at the university. On the Daily Tar Heel.
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DeVos: Ed Dept. Causes More Problems
In a wide-ranging interview, Betsy DeVos questioned the wisdom of how good the Department of Education is at improving education in America. On Reason.
At BYU, Liberals Feel Free Speech Limits More Than Conservatives
Brigham Young University's honor code and required religious education makes it harder for liberal students to express their beliefs. On Real Clear Education.
Higher Ed’s Open Secrets
The boosters of higher ed rarely address its failings and present a picture to the public that isn't always reflective of reality. On Inside Higher Ed.
The Side-stepping of Higher Ed
During the 2020 campaign, Biden and Trump put little effort into talking of higher education. On Forbes.
Yet Another White Professor Caught Lying About Being Non-white
Kelly Kean Sharp, a professor of African American history, faked her background as a Chicana. On Inside Higher Ed.
How Falwell Jr. Kept Control at Liberty University
By pushing out critics and hiring friends, Jerry Falwell Jr. was able to stop any rivals from rising. On Politico.
East Carolina Uses Telemedicine to Expand into Schools
The initiative is part of a community health program that focuses on children. On EdNC.
Penn Higher Ed System Cutting 100+ Faculty Jobs
The faculty cuts are spread across five universities as the system struggles with high costs and falling enrollments. On CBS21.
COVID-19 Spread Has Hurt UNC Student Trust in Dorms
Students don't think Carolina Housing can control the spread of coronavirus, nor that spending the money to live in the dorms will be worth the cost. On the Daily Tar Heel.