A new bill could strengthen the rules requiring institutions to report foreign gifts. Some say the measure is necessary; others argue it will create undue stress for colleges and the government alike. Read more

University of St. Thomas Houston plans to launch a new associate degree program taught entirely in Spanish. Read more

At the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, training simulations help students, faculty and staff learn how to intervene effectively when they spot a student in distress. Data show it’s working. Read more

Maine started a temporary free college program to entice high school graduates affected by the pandemic to enroll in community colleges. Read more

New study shows that twice the number of for-profit colleges could fail under potential changes to gainful employment by the Biden administration than would have under the old rules. Read more

Alarmed by mass shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo, colleges are working to protect their campuses with threat assessment teams, active shooter drills and partnerships with law enforcement. Read more

The peer-review system, which relies on unpaid volunteers, has long been stressed. COVID-19 is making it worse—a lot worse. Read more

As other public institutions seek to expand their offerings for place-bound adult learners, the formal end of the homegrown eVersity offers some lessons. Read more

The leading law school accreditor has proposed eliminating the standardized test requirement for admissions. Proponents argue it would increase diversity, but detractors fear a loss of accountability Read more

The awards were corrected, but the Education Department watchdog says more needs to be done to prevent future mistakes. Read more