The colleges on the list enroll fewer than 3 percent of undergraduates.
By Katherine Knott
9 December
Syracuse’s new Center for the Creator Economy and other certificates aim to help students pursue what is now one of the most common career aspirations for Gen Z: social media content creation.
Director of Universal says he wanted to respond to ‘undercurrent of anti-intellectualism’ with his exploration of how academics deal with a potentially explosive discovery
An effort to make NIH-funded research immediately accessible to the public has led to disruption and financial strain for scientists already navigating a precarious funding environment. It also spotlights the power of corporate publishers.
Universities across the nation announced job and program cuts last month. Most were related to persistent financial challenges, though some stem from federal and state policy fallout.
By Josh Moody
3 December
Lawyer and president emeritus Steven Poskanzer discusses why university leaders should stay out of public debates—except under certain key circumstances.
Executive who oversaw Alexa and Prime as Jeff Bezos’ key adviser sets sights on establishing Coursera as ‘partner’ in technological development, rather than foe
Some say they hope the many majors will help them stand out in the job market, though experts say the extra majors may not be of interest to employers.
By Johanna Alonso
1 December
More than a dozen colleges have removed or edited diversity-related admissions essay prompts. Nevertheless, essays asking about identity and background remain a cornerstone this admissions cycle.
