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Academic Affairs

The 11 groups most impacted if free community college is canceled

Two-year institutions and students are holding out hope that key portion of Biden plan can be saved, though it is unlikely.

Reports: Free community college tuition out of Biden’s social spending plan

In the Dems’ effort to get the multi-trillion proposal approved, they may be leaving out a crucial piece to help families, students.

University of North Carolina did not discriminate in admissions, judge rules

Students for Fair Admissions’ claims are denied, but it plans to appeal and has another pending against Harvard University.

Colin Powell’s life, legacy and enduring connection to higher education

‘His school’ at the City College of New York gives students the opportunities to follow his path to success, serve the public and be good citizens.

Ransomware risk: 6 steps colleges can take to help prevent cyberattacks

Why having proper assessments in place and having a team to lean on is so important to handling potential breaches.

FSA: Loan servicers must hit 4 big goals starting in January to help borrowers

Six companies will need to reach higher standards for customer service and provide better assistance to those who owe.
Fri Oct 15th, 2021

Group of HBCUs will get $1.5 million for digital learning research

Grants will provide opportunity for Black students to achieve more equitable outcomes across higher education.
Thu Oct 14th, 2021

People on the Move: New presidents, positions and appointments in higher ed

The first woman president at Amherst retires; Columbia College names its 18th president
Wed Oct 13th, 2021

Enrollment slide reaches new low among Pennsylvania’s state universities

With integration of several institutions on the way, numbers continue to decline.
Tue Oct 12th, 2021

Northwestern names Rebecca Blank, UW-Madison Chancellor, as next president

She will become the university's first woman in that position, taking over for Morton Schapiro in summer of 2022.
Mon Oct 11th, 2021

Biden team revives Office of Enforcement to protect students with federal aid

Four new divisions, including an investigations group, will perform oversight of colleges and universities to ensure compliance.
Mon Oct 11th, 2021