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Military academies won't give tenure to civilian faculty, Hegseth says

Military academies won't give tenure to civilian faculty, Hegseth says

The Defense Department has decided to stop appointing civilians as tenured faculty at U.S. military academies
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This 111-year-old University of Tennessee tradition just got sweeter

This 111-year-old University of Tennessee tradition just got sweeter

From VOLnilla Bean to Smokey's Strawberry Kisses, the ice cream is made, served and marketed by University of Tennessee students in Knoxville.
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Cornell rarely expels students in sex assault cases | Exclusive

Cornell rarely expels students in sex assault cases | Exclusive

A third of undergraduate women say they've been sexually assaulted. But on average, Cornell reported expelling just one attacker per year.
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InvestigateTV+ Examines For-Profit Schools' Recruiting Promises and Student Debt Outcomes

InvestigateTV+ Examines For-Profit Schools' Recruiting Promises and Student Debt Outcomes

InvestigateTV+, in collaboration with the Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism at Indiana University, has conducted an analysis into the advertising claims and disclosures of over 100 for-profit schools nationwide. The investigation found instances of dubious claims regarding post-graduate employment rates. One specific example highlighted a college that touted conclusions about the professional status of hundreds of graduates, despite only 13 having actually completed an employment survey. The report suggests that many students are drawn to these institutions by advertising and promotional materials, which can lead to significant financial traps and student loan debt that escalates beyond the initial borrowed amount, as illustrated by one woman's experience with a 'fast track' to a creative career.
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Hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin gives record $3B to Carnegie Mellon to build Miami campus

Hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin gives record $3B to Carnegie Mellon to build Miami campus

Carnegie Mellon University announced Wednesday that hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin is donating $3 billion, with the bulk of the money to be used to start a new campus in Miami that will focus on societal challenges
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University of Michigan pauses grade-covering pilot program. Here's why

University of Michigan pauses grade-covering pilot program. Here's why

The University of Michigan has paused a pilot program that would have covered grades for thousands of first-year students.
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Phish Fans Establish New Scholarship for Vermont College Music Students

Phish Fans Establish New Scholarship for Vermont College Music Students

Phish Fans Establish New Scholarship for Vermont College Music Students
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MTSU Expands Animation Program with New BFA and BA Degree Options

MTSU Expands Animation Program with New BFA and BA Degree Options

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) has expanded its Animation program by introducing two new degree pathways: a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Animation and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Animation. This transition from a single Bachelor of Science degree aims to better align with students' individual interests and career aspirations. The BFA is designed for students pursuing careers in animation and entertainment, covering areas like 3D animation, 2D animation, visual effects, and motion graphics. The BA offers greater flexibility, allowing students to combine animation with other academic disciplines. According to Professor and Program Coordinator Kevin McNulty, this expansion reflects over a decade of program growth and development, driven by the evolving nature of the animation field and the need to offer relevant curriculum and industry connections. The program's accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) facilitated these new opportunities for curriculum develo...
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William Cameron Forbes Chaired MIT Visiting Committee on Economics and Statistics in 1924

William Cameron Forbes Chaired MIT Visiting Committee on Economics and Statistics in 1924

William Cameron Forbes, a Harvard-educated individual with a background in the Forbes family business, served as the Chairman of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Corporation's Visiting Committee on the Department of Economics and Statistics in 1924. The committee's report, submitted on March 12, 1924, addressed various aspects of the department's operations and needs. Key discussions included the possibility of limiting the course in engineering administration, which had seen a reduction in enrollment, and the importance of an advisory council composed of representatives from different industries. The committee also highlighted the need for a larger auditorium or lecture hall for the Elementary Economics and Engineering Administration courses, and recommended an appropriation for an additional assistant professor of accounting. Furthermore, they reiterated a previous recommendation for a fifth-year course and an increase in staff to offer specialized economics courses, as well as the employm...
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Why citizenship demands civil disagreement | Opinion

Why citizenship demands civil disagreement | Opinion

Are colleges confusing civility with politeness? Author Alexandra Hudson explains why true civility requires dissent.
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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Considers Overhaul Amid Structural Deficits

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Considers Overhaul Amid Structural Deficits

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Chancellor Scott Olson announced that the higher education system is facing structural deficits and is considering an administrative restructuring. This move is a response to financial pressures stemming from inflation and issues with state funding. Olson stated that the goal is to maintain affordability and continue to meet Minnesota’s workforce needs. The Minnesota State system is the largest higher education provider in the state, serving 270,000 students across 54 campus locations and 33 institutions, and employing 14,000 individuals. The proposed restructuring could lead to a reduction in staff, including fewer presidents, vice presidents, and deans, with the possibility of one president overseeing multiple institutions. Olson also mentioned the potential for closing or merging school buildings, citing a historical precedent in Rochester where two colleges were combined. While no specific plan has been finalized, a preliminary plan is expected to be presented ...
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SEC schools ranked academically by U.S. News for 2027

SEC schools ranked academically by U.S. News for 2027

Here is where each SEC university stands in the latest U.S. News academic rankings.