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Here’s why student censorship set a new record in 2025
Backlash against student speech peaked in 2025 as college administrators and political officials grappled with dialogue and demonstrations.
The college closings and mergers of 2025
At least 15 college campuses closed in 2025 as the traditional business models of higher education grew more volatile.
Here are 5 higher ed predictions for 2026
As seismic change continues to rock higher education, here are a few threads college leaders should begin preparing for.
The 15 most popular stories from this year
Some of the most-read stories in 2025 focused on how institutions are empowering their campuses with the latest AI tools.
President moves: A surge of hires strike before the new year
At least six new presidents have been appointed in December, several of whom currently lead other institutions.
Introducing impact: How higher ed can win the value battle
Advancement teams are approaching donors with an extra emphasis on universities' ability to shape a state's success.
Here are 3 qualities that make graduates better job candidates
With layoffs mounting and hiring slowing in 2025, job seekers need these three characteristics to win in a tight job market, according to surveyed employers.
Trump tackles state AI laws as colleges juggle new tech
President Donald Trump wants to override state-by-state laws with a federal AI framework that would encourage "innovation."
