For UNC Schools, 2016 Was A Year Of Controversy
Politics played an increasing role in the state's public colleges in 2016, with moves by the legislature often resulting in campus controversy.
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Breakthrough In Strike By Pennsylvania Professors
The Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties and Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education reached a tentative agreement on the third day of a walkout.
Kentucky Governor Can't Cut Universities' Budgets, Court Rules
The case is one of three lawsuits the state's Democratic attorney general has filed against Republican Gov. Matt Bevin since Bevin was sworn in last December.
For U.S. Minority Students In China, The Welcome Comes With Scrutiny
U.S. and Chinese educators are trying to create more opportunities for American minority students to study in China, which has grown increasingly aware of the importance of diversity in U.S. culture.
Proposed Bill Would Require North Carolina Colleges To Report Outcomes
A higher education reform bill is on the agenda for state lawmakers this week.
UNCG Board Strips Former Governor's Name From Auditorium
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is scrubbing the name of a former governor from its auditorium in light of his involvement in white supremacy movements.
In Hong Kong, A Tussle Over Academic Freedom
Students at the University of Hong Kong protested last month, saying university governance is subject to political interference from Beijing.
Elon Among Universities Issuing Fewer Grants To Students
Elon University has been listed among the schools where students receive the least amount o
Agenda: UNC Will Elect New President Friday
After a long and contentious search, the University of North Carolina system could soon have a new leader.
As Migrants Pour In, Germany Launches Online University For Them
A new university in Berlin is exclusively geared to refugees. Kiron University relies on existing online courses and aims to be tuition-free and accessible to asylum seekers worldwide.