Ten Months In, WSSU's Robinson Reflects On Successes, Challenges So Far
Historically Black Colleges and Universities have a long tradition in North Carolina, and some of the country's best are located in the Piedmont Triad.
higher education
For Americans Seeking Affordable Degrees, German Schools Beckon
More and more Americans are pursuing graduate degrees in Germany, where tuition is often free and many classes are taught in English.
Academic Foul: Some Colleges Accused Of Helping Athletes Cheat
In the wake of cheating scandals at Syracuse University and the University of North Carolina, new allegations have emerged of academic misconduct by basketball players at the University of Texas.
Turkish Educator Pledges $10M To Set Up Universities For Syrian Refugees
The war has put dreams of college on hold for some 40,000 Syrian refugees in Turkey. Enver Yucel hopes to create a higher ed system to meet their needs, with coursework in English, Arabic and Turkish.
The Numbers Add Up To This: Less And Less Opportunity For Poor Kids
A new book and study both show that the ability to rise from poverty to the middle class truly is shrinking. A child without married, educated parents starts life at a huge and worsening disadvantage.
Salem College Shows Support For Peers At Sweet Briar
There're lots of similarities between Salem College and Sweet Briar College. Both are small southern liberal arts schools for women.
Colleges Add Billions To NC Economy
A new study says that North Carolina colleges and universities contribute over $4 billion to the local economy.
Rich School, Poor School
The class divide is widened by gaps in counseling kids for college.
Community College Programs Can Lead To Big Payoffs — In The Right Fields
A study tracking grads from Washington state's schools found those who completed programs longer than a year had more pay and steadier work — especially in health care, technology and skilled labor.
New Details Emerge In UNCG Firings
Employees at University of North Carolina Greensboro say they're concerned, outraged, and fearful in the wake of the firing and arrests of three longtime university staffers. A letter written by former employees accuses UNCG of mismanagement and ongoing harassment.