Ex-College President Paid $2.45-million
Michigan State’s Ex-President, Lou Anna K. Simon, will be paid $2.45-million over three years. She also faces criminal charges. On the Chronicle of Higher Education.
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Drinking at Sporting Events
UNC and NC State leaders are hopeful that the new law that allows alcohol in college stadiums might actually reduce binge drinking at sporting events. On the News and Observer.
Buttigieg Calls out For-Profit Colleges
In last night's debate, Mayor Pete Buttigieg singled out for-profit colleges. He said any loan forgiveness should start with students who attended them. On Inside Higher Ed.
Violation of Institutional Neutrality
Stanley Kurtz of the Ethics and Public Policy Center explains why UNC Asheville's decision to divest from companies selling “fossil fuels” is a violation of institutional neutrality. On National Review.
Founder of Chronicle of Higher Ed Dies
The founder of the Chronicle of Higher Education, Corbin Gwaltney, died at age 97. On the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Senator Hawley Higher Ed Proposals
Senator Josh Hawley recently introduced two higher education bills. One of them would hold colleges accountable for defaulted student loans. On Inside Higher Ed.
Students Threatened with Doxing
Incoming freshmen at the University of Texas, Austin are being threatened with doxing if they join a conservative group. On the College Fix.
The Search Continues
Miami Dade College is still in need of a new president after its Board of Trustees reopened the job search, rejecting three of four candidates. On Inside Higher Ed.
Financial Ruin, Poor Governance
Cincinnati Christian University is on the brink of financial ruin because of poor leadership, says its accreditor. On the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Out-of-State Athlete Tuition Break?
Some recent proposed NC legislation would give tuition breaks to out-of-state athletes. The proposal has drawn criticism. On the Charlotte Observer.