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Is Title IX really protecting college students from sexual misconduct on campus?

A first-of-its-kind analysis explores the rate at which students were suspended and expelled from public universities for sexual harassment and crimes.

Why playing in college bowl games may motivate football players to study harder

Rather than the sport being a distraction, a new study from the University of Missouri reveals that the chance to compete in the postseason can actually motivate student-athletes to remain academically eligible to play.

More colleges are doing away with test requirements for good

At least 1,835 U.S. colleges have implemented test-free or test-optional admissions in the hopes of developing a more diverse pool of applicants, although student access to high school AP or IB courses will remain a factor in their acceptance.

Who is on the positive side of the growing gender gap in higher education?

The gap exists in every U.S. state, beginning in elementary school and lasting through college graduation, according to new research conducted by the nonprofit public policy organization Brookings.

Students’ top 10 most-regretted majors have everything to do with one issue

What's as noteworthy as the majors on this list is that nearly half of all current job seekers regret they chose their field of study, a new survey says.

Can students recover when campus closures dim their college prospects?

An abrupt campus closure—one that comes without warning and with little planning—can do lasting academic damage, an analysis finds.

How this interim dean is reigniting his college’s community

Since the pandemic, Dr. Kenneth Carter noticed a sense of burnout from his students and faculty. Using student-inspired principles, he is leading the charge at the University of Oxford of Emory to create a sense of belonging and identity for all.

International students return in big numbers, and here’s what they want to study

First-time international student enrollment has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels as the overall number of students coming to U.S campuses from more than 200 countries is once again climbing.

DeSantis’ ‘Stop WOKE’ law draws concern from university faculty

Under the policy, tenured faculty members would be subject to review every five years based on several factors, most notably their cooperation with the law which aims to keep colleges from "indoctrinating" students with divisive concepts such as race and white privilege. Those who receive poor reviews could face termination.

How do colleges hit record-level fundraising? It’s all about the alumni

Temple University and The University of Alabama both share prominent values necessary for fundraising: persistence and relationship-building.

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