Biden administration opened ‘new chapter’ on college financing, Kvaal says

In his final days in office, U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal touts the Biden administration's track record on student loan reform.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 17, 2025

DOL allows employers to self-correct 401(k) errors

Beginning March 17, employers may remedy delays in sending participant contributions to retirement plans.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 17, 2025

This week in numbers: Clearinghouse retracts first-year enrollment data

We’re rounding up recent stories, including a methodology mea culpa and billions of dollars in discharged loan debt.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 17, 2025

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit challenging McNair program’s race-based criteria

The Trump appointee said the plaintiffs didn’t have standing to sue, though he left room for them to refile their complaint. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 16, 2025

Florida bill would block undocumented students from selective public colleges

The proposal comes the day after Gov. Ron DeSantis called for a special legislative session focused on implementing tougher immigration policies.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 15, 2025

New York governor pursues free community college program for adult students

If passed by the Legislature, New York residents ages 25 to 55 could study for free if they enroll in certain high-demand programs.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 15, 2025

One-third of faculty report recent declines in academic freedom, survey finds

The results show an “alarming erosion” of faculty rights, according to the head of the American Association of Colleges and Universities.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 10, 2025

Indiana University faces call for defunding over ties to Kinsey Institute

The state’s comptroller and two state lawmakers are scheduled to speak at an event calling for the General Assembly to strip the institution of state funds.

By Natalie Schwartz • Updated Jan. 13, 2025

This week in numbers: Gannon and Ursuline finalize plans to combine

We’re rounding up recent stories, from further consolidation in the higher education sector to a controversial severance payment for an outgoing leader. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 10, 2025

Sodexo plans nearly 100 tech-forward campus convenience stores

“Food Hive” locations can feature cashless payment options and an assortment of goods from local businesses.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 9, 2025

6 higher education trends to watch in 2025

College leaders will likely grapple with budgetary strains, federal policy shifts and continued enrollment challenges in the year ahead.

By Natalie Schwartz , Laura Spitalniak , Ben Unglesbee • Updated Jan. 14, 2025

Dartmouth basketball players withdraw labor union bid

The decision may be connected to the incoming Trump administration, which is unlikely to back the athletes’ union petition, one attorney wrote.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 7, 2025

This week in 5 numbers: The rise in AI education

We’re rounding up our top stories of the week, from the colleges pivoting to artificial intelligence to the death of an influential education policymaker.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 3, 2025

Why more colleges are embracing AI offerings

College officials are hoping to teach valuable skills and attract students, but investing in artificial intelligence can be expensive.

By Lilah Burke • Jan. 2, 2025

Jimmy Carter, who oversaw the Education Department’s creation, dies at age 100

Before a private interment in Plains, Georgia, there will be public observances in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., according to The Carter Center.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 29, 2024

Biden withdraws Title IX athletics, debt forgiveness proposals

Both regulations faced significant legislative and legal challenges, and were unlikely to survive under a Trump presidency.

By Kara Arundel , Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 23, 2024

This week in 5 numbers: Columbia College Chicago nixes 11 degrees

We’re rounding up recent stories, from an Illinois institution trimming offerings to higher education associations asking to extend a key regulatory deadline.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 20, 2024

Idaho education board bans DEI across state’s 4-year colleges

Some of the affected colleges had already moved to wind down their diversity, equity and inclusion centers ahead of the unanimous vote.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 18, 2024

A year in review: 10 higher education opinion pieces from 2024

We're rounding up a collection of expert advice on topics that will continue to influence the sector's future in 2025.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 17, 2024

This week in 5 numbers: The coming decline in high school graduates

We’re rounding up recent stories, from the latest study on the traditional college student pipeline to financial forecasts for the year ahead.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 13, 2024

Federal judge upholds race-conscious admissions at Naval Academy

The ruling deals a blow to Students for Fair Admissions, the group that successfully brought down these practices at civilian colleges.

By Laura Spitalniak • Updated Dec. 6, 2024

This week in 5 numbers: Ohio State rolls back pay raises

We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from one public university rolling back raises to a new research model for predicting college closures. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 6, 2024

University of Michigan will no longer solicit diversity statements from faculty

Before the policy shift, individual academic units could decide if they required such statements for hiring, promotion or tenure considerations.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 5, 2024

Career education gets a boost with College Board pilot program

Known for its Advanced Placement courses and SAT exams, College Board is broadening its offerings to include AP-equivalent career courses.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Dec. 2, 2024

Will the FAFSA cycle be smoother this year?

Financial aid experts recently expressed optimism that this year’s release of the financial aid form would be less chaotic than the last.

By Danielle McLean • Nov. 25, 2024