Jul 09 Watch 9:46 The 'unwise, disruptive policy' of shutting out international students By Jeffrey Brown New rules for foreign college students have stunned American academic institutions. The Department of Homeland Security announced Monday that all of the roughly 1 million international students currently enrolled in the U.S. must attend at least one in-person class this… Continue watching
May 14 Watch 6:45 Will college campuses reopen in the fall? Cal State's chancellor weighs in Colleges and universities across the country are wrestling with how and when to reopen for classes in the fall. While some are planning to bring students and faculty back to campus, others feel such a move would be unwise and… Continue watching
Apr 29 Watch 4:57 Does NCAA decision about athlete earnings mean a 'new era' for college sports? College sports, while currently on hold, represent big business, with billions of dollars at stake. It has long been debated whether student athletes should be compensated, or at least better able to access the money they help earn. On Wednesday,… Continue watching
Apr 14 Watch 6:19 What an interrupted school year means for these college students By John Yang, Gretchen Frazee, Sam Lane The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the academic year of some 20 million college students as campuses are shuttered nationwide. Many of these young people are continuing their studies through online classes -- but the transition is not easy for all… Continue watching
Mar 11 Watch 5:05 Why UVA joined scores of other colleges in asking students to stay off campus As the U.S. novel coronavirus outbreak worsens, colleges and universities around the country are asking students to stay off campus -- and essentially shutting down. Though some classes are migrating online, the closures may still represent a hardship for students… Continue watching
Oct 14 Don't email like you text, and other tips for writing to a professor By Colleen Flaherty, Inside Higher Ed Need to ask a question before class? Here's what you need to know before you hit "send."… Continue reading
May 21 Watch 7:23 Can the political divide be mended by bringing rural and urban students together? By Hari Sreenivasan In a country fractured by political polarization, an Illinois program is hoping college students can help mend the rift. The University of Chicago and Eureka College created Bridging the Divide to address the harsh rhetoric that emerged from the 2016… Continue watching
Sep 12 Watch 8:24 To narrow toxic divides, students build bridges between faiths By Charlayne Hunter-Gault As part of the Interfaith Youth Core, students and educators from colleges around the nation are coming together to find common ground while respecting differences. Special correspondent Charlayne Hunter-Gault sits down with founder and president Eboo Patel to examine how… Continue watching
Feb 23 Should colleges track student well-being? By Ellen Wexler, Inside Higher Ed Colleges should track the well-being of students, including how specific groups are faring, according to the Association of American Colleges and Universities. Continue reading
Feb 25 These college majors will get you a well-paying job By Simone Pathe On the whole, economic conditions are looking up for college graduates. But a lot depends on what you study and the level of degree you obtain. Continue reading