The problem of food insecurity on college campuses has caught the attention of Congress, where new pending legislation would make it easier to collect data on food and housing insecurity and connect hungry college students with resources to help solve the issue.
The origins of the ethical dilemma in college admissions have been evident for some time. Now, thanks to a few celebrities and the Entertainment Tonight program, they've come to the forefront. For colleges and universities, this is more than just a crisis of confidence; it's a case for improving risk management, says guest columnist Jean Close, a partner in The Bonadio Group's Healthcare/Tax Exempt Division.
Childcare can cost more than tuition in many states, according to a new report that calls on the federal government to use existing programs to provide financial assistance and help student parents stay in college.
Among other Greek reforms, colleges and universities are publishing behavior scorecards, postponing rush weeks, banning hard alcohol and setting academic requirements for fraternity and sorority members.
While nudging on a small scale appears to expand access to financial aid and higher ed enrollment, the practice may have less impact on a statewide or national level, according to a new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research.
The ability to analyze, share and comment helps develop critical thinkers, says guest columnist Sean Brown, who has years of experience in academic video production and is a consultant with Minneapolis-based Contegy Digital.
One in 10 college students think credit cards are free money, and 14% say they'd rather miss a credit card payment than a party, according to a recent survey of college students by Wallethub, a financial advising website.
