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Coronavirus

Pounce at opportunity to use federal funds to improve indoor air quality

Hopefully, many higher education institutions will use these funds to invest in indoor air quality projects. When they do, it is important that they invest wisely.

Personal choice? How universities are reacting to COVID-19 vaccine exemptions

A look at how institutions in states that allow philosophical refusals for vaccination are being impacted during the pandemic.

Grant awards rise for minority-serving institutions, students in need

New programs will help improve equity from middle school through graduate schools.

Texas A&M, Penn State take action against those who fail to get COVID-19 tests

The universities warn students, employees that noncompliance may result in significant sanctions.

How can colleges meet the needs of growing base of online learners?

Wiley Education Services survey says institutions must offer three key items to students operating remotely.

Pew Research: 66% of young adults have gotten COVID-19 vaccines

But divide exists among those who lean conservative.
Wed Sep 22nd, 2021

3 design trends influencing university enclosures

Growing interest in material transparency, the adoption of more stringent environmental regulations by several states, and extreme weather events are all influencing the design of university buildings.
Tue Sep 21st, 2021

More than 70% of college students favor vaccine mandates; most Republicans don’t

Most also want masks indoors, according to survey done by Kaplan and College Pulse.
Tue Sep 21st, 2021

Like classes, 2021 homecomings are mix of in-person, hybrid and virtual

A few institutions, including Georgetown, have opted to cancel them altogether because of transmission fears.
Mon Sep 20th, 2021

The stunning success of the Walmart education program for employees

Nearly one-fifth of the company’s hourly associates who have participated have been promoted.
Mon Sep 20th, 2021

Booster shots: Will they be the next COVID-19 prevention strategy for colleges?

Institutions are waiting on guidance from the FDA and CDC. But should they wait longer?
Fri Sep 17th, 2021