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Does It Matter if a Political Candidate Has Steep Student-Loan Debts? Georgians Will Get to Decide
The Chronicle of Higher Education | News
The Democratic nominee for governor, Stacey Abrams, owes $96,000 for her college and law degrees. But sheâ€™s not the only candidate for high office this year who has borrowed to pay for college.
Enough ‘Do More With Less.’ It’s Time for Colleges to Find Actual Efficiencies.
The Chronicle of Higher Education | News
Most institutions have â€œzero idea how they earn a livingâ€ and where their margins are across programs, says Rick Staisloff, a consultant on finance and strategy.
Clark Atlanta ‘Housing Crisis’ Hints at Institutions Relying on Tuition Revenue
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While Wednesday marked the first day of classes at Clark Atlanta University, nearly 150 students were still waiting Tuesday for answers about their housing accommodations on campus.
New Disclosures About an NYU Professor Reignite a War Over Gender and Harassment
The Chronicle of Higher Education | News
Avital Ronell, an influential scholar in feminist theory, was suspended by the university, which found that she had harassed a male graduate student. The news has prompted fierce criticism not just of the professor but of the scholars who defended her.
A College President Slept Like a Freshman for 2 Nights. Here’s What He Learned.
The Chronicle of Higher Education | News
David A. Thomas, Morehouse Collegeâ€™s new leader, began the academic year by staying in a single room in the campusâ€™s oldest building. He forgot a mattress topper but picked up a few lessons.
For Many, HBCU Mergers and Closures Are Not an Option
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As colleges and universities celebrate the beginning of another school year filled with promise and anticipation for many administrators, teachers, behind-the-scenes staffers and students, the excitement masks a growing sense of anxiety - especially among historically Black colleges and universities.
Survey: Virginia Tech Students More Satisfied Than Average
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A Gallup survey of Virginia Tech students suggests that they are more likely than the average American college student to thrive during their time on campus in terms of engagement, participation in activities outside the classroom, looking out for each other and well-being in general. The poll of 2,041 sophomore, juniors and seniors last fall […]
The Common Application Launches New Transfer App
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A new app designed to aid the transition of transfer students will be used by more than 650 colleges and universities for the 2018-19 academic year. Last year, The Common Application, a non-profit membership organization dedicated to access, equity and integrity in the college admission process, convened a group representing two-year and four-year colleges, student […]