‘Far-Reaching Consequences’
U.S. Supreme Court's landmark ruling extending protections against employment discrimination to LGBTQ people has implications for how colleges define sex and enforce gender equality on campus.
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Higher Education and work amid crisis
The pandemic has accelerated and worsened equity gaps in higher education and its connection to work, according to new data, which may also show paths to improving this connection.
Stop-Out Programs Expand Amid Pandemic
Companies and colleges are launching new programs and partnerships to re-enroll stopped-out students. The timing couldn't have been better.
Growing Recognition and Celebration of Juneteenth
Colleges and universities are increasingly observing June 19, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
Colleges Get an F on the ‘F’ Factor
Strong relationships with their fathers can empower female students, yet colleges often aren't adequately attuned to them and overlook their importance.
Looking Beyond the College Degree
A quarter of Americans say they would pursue education or training within six months if they lost their job, but most prefer nondegree training over the traditional college route.
A Push for Equitable Assessment
COVID-19 and nationwide antiracism protests have intensified conversations about inequity in higher education. One research group hopes to use the moment to promote more inclusive ways to validate learning.
A Discounted ‘Gap Year’ Online
Park University is encouraging students from other institutions to transfer and study online for a year at a discounted tuition rate. Are special offers like this a good idea?
Skills Over Degrees in Federal Hiring
Trump administration elevates skills over college degrees in federal hiring, but college groups say executive order will not lessen value of degrees.
