An unmanned underwater research vehicle, an event center to train hospitality students and an institute centered around federal defense research are among items on South Carolina colleges' budget wish list for the coming year.
An NYU professor introduced AI-powered oral exams after students struggled to explain polished, AI-assisted assignments. The move reflects how colleges are rethinking assessment in the generative AI era.
Between uncertainty over SNAP payments amid the government shutdown and the rising cost of living, many students are turning to campus food pantries to help meet basic needs.
Some universities, including Brandeis University, are responding by reshaping humanities programs to emphasize real-world skills, career advising and hands-on work experience.
Students who are economically disadvantaged are far less likely to receive a degree or certificate. In Texas, nearly 60% of public education students are economically disadvantaged.
