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Harvard faculty votes to make it more difficult for undergrads to earn As

Harvard faculty votes to make it more difficult for undergrads to earn As

Harvard University faculty have voted to limit the number of A grades awarded to undergraduates, approving one of the most sweeping efforts by a major university to curb grade inflation
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Harvard faculty take aim at grade inflation by capping 'A' grades for students

Harvard faculty take aim at grade inflation by capping 'A' grades for students

May 20 (Reuters) - Harvard University faculty have imposed a limit on the number of "A" grades that can be given to undergraduate students in an effort to end a growing trend of grade inflation at the elite U.S. university.
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Harvard University Limits A Grades to Address Grade Inflation Concerns

Harvard University Limits A Grades to Address Grade Inflation Concerns

Harvard University has announced a new policy to limit the number of A grades awarded to undergraduates, starting in the fall of 2027. This decision, made by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, aims to address the issue of grade inflation, where over 60% of grades awarded in recent years were in the A range. The new policy will restrict A grades to no more than 20% of students in a class, plus four additional students. Additionally, the university will use average percentile rank instead of GPA for comparing students for honors and awards. This move is intended to restore the value of an A grade and encourage students to focus on learning rather than maintaining a perfect transcript.
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Nicolet Law Firm Launches Scholarship Video Essay Contest for Midwest Students

Nicolet Law Firm Launches Scholarship Video Essay Contest for Midwest Students

Nicolet Law Firm Launches Scholarship Video Essay Contest for Midwest Students
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LSUS Students Explore AI's Role in Digital Arts

LSUS Students Explore AI's Role in Digital Arts

LSUS Students Explore AI's Role in Digital Arts
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Synergy+Terra House to Transition to Self-Operated Model Due to Low Occupancy

Synergy+Terra House to Transition to Self-Operated Model Due to Low Occupancy

The Synergy+Terra cooperative house at Stanford University will operate as a self-op in the 2026-27 academic year after failing to meet the required occupancy threshold. Only 14 of the 50 available beds were filled during the pre-assignment process, falling short of the 50% occupancy rate mandated by Residential Education (ResEd). Vice Provost for Student Affairs Michele Rasmussen stated that the cooperative model requires significant cooperation in managing house responsibilities, which was deemed unsustainable under the current circumstances. The decision follows previous attempts to convert the house to a self-op due to challenges in filling the residence. Students who pre-assigned to Synergy+Terra can choose to remain in the self-op or re-enter the housing assignment process. The remaining beds will be available during the regular housing draw.
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72-Year-Old Grandmother Achieves Bachelor's Degree, Inspires Educational Pursuits

72-Year-Old Grandmother Achieves Bachelor's Degree, Inspires Educational Pursuits

72-Year-Old Grandmother Achieves Bachelor's Degree, Inspires Educational Pursuits
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University of Chicago Eliminates Tuition for Middle-Class Families to Enhance Affordability

University of Chicago Eliminates Tuition for Middle-Class Families to Enhance Affordability

The University of Chicago has announced a new policy to eliminate tuition for students from families earning less than $250,000, starting next year. This decision comes despite the university facing financial challenges, including a credit downgrade and debt from building campaigns. The move aims to make higher education more accessible to middle-class families, who often find the cost of attending prestigious institutions prohibitive. The university's decision aligns with similar initiatives by other elite schools like Yale and Harvard, which have also introduced free tuition for families below certain income thresholds.
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Graduates are booing pep talks on AI at college commencements

Graduates are booing pep talks on AI at college commencements

Artificial intelligence has becoming an unwelcome topic at college commencements
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Dartmouth College Invests $30 Million to Enhance Career Outcomes Amid AI Concerns

Dartmouth College Invests $30 Million to Enhance Career Outcomes Amid AI Concerns

Dartmouth College has raised $30 million to support internship opportunities for students, allowing them to access up to $6,500 for unpaid or underpaid internships. This initiative is part of a broader effort by colleges to improve career outcomes in response to concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) affecting job prospects. The move aims to better prepare students for the workforce by providing practical experience. Other institutions, like the City University of New York, are also implementing similar programs to integrate career-connected advising and industry collaborations. The pressure on higher education to adapt is increasing as students express concerns about AI's impact on the job market.
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Higher Education Institutions Leverage Technology to Break Down Campus Barriers

Higher Education Institutions Leverage Technology to Break Down Campus Barriers

Higher Education Institutions Leverage Technology to Break Down Campus Barriers
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Columbia College Graduates Celebrate Commencement Amid Uncertainty

Columbia College Graduates Celebrate Commencement Amid Uncertainty

Columbia College Graduates Celebrate Commencement Amid Uncertainty