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Illinois Community Colleges May Soon Offer Bachelor’s Degrees
Community college systems in nearly half of U.S. states already offer limited bachelor’s degree options, but not Illinois.
Senate Bill Seeks to End Legacy Admissions
A new Senate bill aiming to ban legacy admissions nationwide reflects growing public opinion opposing the practice.
Trump Lists 9 Demands for Columbia University to Keep Federal Funding
The university must comply with a list of demands including changes in its discipline and admissions policies to maintain a “continued financial relationship” with the government.
Here’s What Students Need To Know About a New Undergraduate Business Co-Op
The University of Vermont’s Grossman School of Business will offer six months of experiential learning with real-world companies.
What Is an MBA Certificate?
A graduate business certificate can boost your resume and count toward an eventual degree.
What Psychology Electives Should I Take?
An advising expert says you should take electives based on the career you want to pursue — but she does recommend some courses for all psychology students.
Community Colleges a More Affordable Path to a Bachelor’s Degree: Report
A report from the University of Washington shows just how much cheaper it is to earn your bachelor’s degree at a community college.
Harvard Business School Launches Digital Innovation Credential
Harvard Business School Online’s new Credential of Digital Innovation and Strategy signifies a growing trend in business education.
This Ohio Proposal Has Big Implications for Free Speech on College Campuses
Free speech advocates worry the overly broad language of the proposal will chill professor and student speech.
Is Test-Optional College Admissions a DEI Policy?
A new study suggests the Department of Education’s warning against the use of test-optional policies to bolster student diversity may be misguided.
Most College Students Experience Basic Needs Insecurity. For Historically Excluded Students, It’s Worse.
A survey shows 59% of college students experience at least one form of basic needs insecurity. This percentage is higher for Black and Indigenous students.
Major Business School Accreditor Drops DEI Language
The AACSB removed language around diversity and inclusion amid attacks on DEI.