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Fuchs will step down as University of Florida president later this year

Amid explosive growth and several recent firestorms, he wants to return to teaching and research.

The student vote: Why it counts and how colleges can help in the process

Raising awareness and aiding young students in navigating a complex system can make them more civically engaged.

These universities feel better restarting in person, even with COVID-19 raging

Vaccinations and increased testing of students provide an extra layer of protection as new semesters begin.

Threat of COVID-19 spread forces at least 9 universities to delay starts in 2022

As omicron engulfs much of the U.S., some institutions choose cautious routes to reopening this semester.

Looking ahead in higher education, with a focus on 2030

With COVID still lingering, leaders will be pressed to forge ahead on new initiatives and new ways of increasing student success.

Back to 2020? New COVID variant forces these colleges online in January

Several major universities, from Rhode Island to Washington, are making the switch to remote learning to start 2022.

Critical race theory: 3 experts discuss its true role in higher education

University leaders offer a history lesson by debunking several theories, including its prevalence on campuses.

‘It wasn’t easy’ but December graduates get their day, with Biden leading way

The commencement shows go on at many colleges and universities despite threat of COVID-19 and omicron.

Thinking ahead: Why colleges need to plan long term for the effects of COVID-19

Infectious disease and crisis expert says the novel coronavirus is going to affect higher ed for awhile, so it's time to start planning that way.

Could 2 key words be stopping colleges from requiring COVID-19 boosters?

The CDC’s current guidelines are giving institutions pause on whether they should mandate third doses.

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