Silent Protest by Professors at Ohio U as Budget Cuts Loom

The cuts are falling on professors more than administrative staff. On the Athens News.

Universities Are Not a Fount of Inventions and Start-Ups

Academics do not understand what industry wants for new inventions and innovations; regardless, universities are quick to claim their skill in spurring economic growth. On The Washington Post.

Governance Problems at Roanoke-Chowan CC Puts It on Probation

Belligerent and uncooperative board members have put the community college's accreditation at risk. On EdNC.

More Accountability on Colleges Bring Scrutiny from the Public

With more information about graduate outcomes, higher ed will be forced to answer some uncomfortable questions about the value students get. On Real Clear Education.

Johns Hopkins Drops Legacy Admissions

The university wanted to educate students who qualified for admission, regardless of family background. On The Atlantic.

Methodist Colleges May Be Affected By UMC Split

Theological differences over LGBT issues may change how Methodist colleges are affiliated. On Inside Higher Ed.

Harry Smith: Press Not Focusing on Good the UNC Board Has Done

Smith criticized the press for ignoring how the Board of Governors has been fixing the mistakes of past boards and kept the UNC system nationally competitive. On North State Journal.

Accreditor Fails to Get Recognition

The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and School, which had previously lost recognition under the Obama administration, has given up on getting vetted. On Education Dive.

At Elite Schools, Students Still Scrounge to Save on Textbooks

High textbook prices have students at George Washington University scrambling for alternatives. On The Washington Post.

How Government Money Pushes Up Tuition Prices

Boise State shows how government largesse leads to bigger burdens on students. On City Journal.