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Three Programmatic Accreditors Withdraw from Federal Recognition Amid New Standards

Three Programmatic Accreditors Withdraw from Federal Recognition Amid New Standards

Three programmatic accreditors, including the Council on Chiropractic Education, have voluntarily withdrawn their petitions for federal recognition, as announced by Education Under Secretary Nicholas Kent. This decision was made during a National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity meeting. The accreditors, which also include the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council and the Council on Education for Public Health, opted out due to new regulations that demand higher standards for student outcomes. Kent suggested that the accreditors withdrew to avoid these new standards, which were part of the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul higher education quality regulation. However, the Council on Education for Public Health disputed this characterization, stating that the decision was made after careful consideration and was not a simple avoidance of accountability.
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DHS Implements New Rule Ending Duration of Status for F and J Nonimmigrants, Imposing Fixed Admission Periods

DHS Implements New Rule Ending Duration of Status for F and J Nonimmigrants, Imposing Fixed Admission Periods

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a final rule that will replace the 'duration of status' admissions for F and J nonimmigrants with fixed admission periods. This rule, effective September 15, 2026, requires students and exchange visitors to file formal extension applications with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to stay beyond their I-94 'admit until' date. The rule also shortens the F-1 post-completion grace period from 60 to 30 days and imposes new limits on academic mobility, such as restrictions on school transfers and changes of major. DHS argues these changes will enhance oversight, program integrity, and national security, although they are expected to increase compliance costs and legal risks for institutions.
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How Hewlett-Packard Survived a CEO Crisis That Should Have Killed It

How Hewlett-Packard Survived a CEO Crisis That Should Have Killed It

A revolving door of CEOs, major scandals, and disastrous acquisitions nearly destroyed HP. Here’s how the Silicon Valley giant navigated the crisis.
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Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone with 75% of Articles Now Open Access

Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone with 75% of Articles Now Open Access

Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone with 75% of Articles Now Open Access
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Workforce Pell Program Aims to Expand Access to Short-Term Credential Programs

Workforce Pell Program Aims to Expand Access to Short-Term Credential Programs

The Workforce Pell program, a new federal initiative, is set to expand Pell Grant eligibility to short-term workforce training programs. This marks a significant federal investment in workforce education, allowing students to receive financial aid for programs lasting between eight and 15 weeks. The initiative aims to address skills shortages by making high-quality credential programs more accessible. However, the rollout faces challenges, including the need for states to develop systems to administer the new benefit and ensure programs meet specific quality metrics. The program is expected to gradually broaden the talent pipeline by providing financial aid to workers who previously could not afford such training.
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Former CSU President Accused of Harassment to Receive Transition Pay

Former CSU President Accused of Harassment to Receive Transition Pay

The California State University (CSU) system will pay $343,920 to Tomás Morales, the outgoing president of Cal State San Bernardino, as part of a transition assignment. Morales was named in a gender discrimination and harassment lawsuit that CSU settled for $12 million. Despite the allegations, CSU stated that the lawsuit did not result in any findings against Morales individually. The transition pay is part of CSU's program to retain institutional knowledge and recruit high-level executives. Morales will advise the new president and focus on international engagement.
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Hillel International Withdraws Support for Harvard in Funding Freeze Appeal

Hillel International Withdraws Support for Harvard in Funding Freeze Appeal

Hillel International has decided to withdraw its amicus brief that supported Harvard University in its legal battle to restore $2.7 billion in federal funding. The brief was initially filed to back Harvard against the Trump administration's funding freeze, which was justified by claims of antisemitism on campus. However, Hillel International cited an internal review error as the reason for the withdrawal. The brief had praised Harvard's efforts to address antisemitism, including policy changes and educational initiatives. Despite the withdrawal, other organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union and a group of Harvard alumni, continue to support Harvard in this legal matter.
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Workforce Pell Program Expands Access to Short-Term Training, Faces Implementation Challenges

Workforce Pell Program Expands Access to Short-Term Training, Faces Implementation Challenges

Workforce Pell Program Expands Access to Short-Term Training, Faces Implementation Challenges
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Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone, Expanding Accessibility

Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone, Expanding Accessibility

Cambridge University Press Achieves Major Open Access Milestone, Expanding Accessibility
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University of Michigan Faces Systemic Issues Amidst Athletic Department Scandal

University of Michigan Faces Systemic Issues Amidst Athletic Department Scandal

University of Michigan Faces Systemic Issues Amidst Athletic Department Scandal
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Texas Colleges Directed to Implement 3% Budget Cuts Amid State Reforms

Texas Colleges Directed to Implement 3% Budget Cuts Amid State Reforms

Texas colleges and universities have been instructed to reduce their state budget requests by 3%, as part of a broader initiative to implement targeted affordability measures and property tax reforms. State officials have emphasized the need for bold actions to maintain Texas' competitive edge while ensuring full funding for public education. This directive is part of the initial steps in budget deliberations, potentially leading to larger class sizes and unfilled positions. The current budget, which spans two fiscal years, allocates $34.36 billion to higher education, with $23.9 billion sourced from general revenues.
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National Endowment for the Humanities Awards $350K Grant to UC Riverside for Historical Archiving

National Endowment for the Humanities Awards $350K Grant to UC Riverside for Historical Archiving

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded a $350,000 grant to the University of California, Riverside for a historical archiving project. The project, led by Steven Hackel, is titled 'Early California Population Project 2.0' and aims to add approximately 20,000 records to a database documenting California residents from 1769 to 1850. This initiative will also provide links to related primary source materials and enhance the digital reference resource's functionality. The grant is part of a larger $41.4 million funding package announced by the NEH for 81 humanities projects across the United States. Another California project receiving funding is Cal State Northridge, which was awarded $284,235 to document the careers of two U.S. congressional representatives and one state senator from California.