Campus Culture
Closing Colleges After Coronavirus Outbreak 'Worst' Thing to Do, Fauci Says
A number of colleges and universities have sent students home after identifying cases of a new coronavirus and while it may instinctually feel like a good solution, Fauci said it wasn't the best way to go.
Intentional Burning of Jewish Campus Community Center Under Investigation
A GoFundMe for the rebuilding of the Chabad House raised more than $300,000 in one day.
Lori Loughlin to Serve 2 Months in Prison for College Admission Scandal
Loughlin and her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, were accused of paying $500,000 to ensure their daughters' admission to the University of Southern California based on falsified athletic records.
What Student Loan Payments Could Look Like After September Under HEALS Act
Suspensions on student loan payments and interest accrual is set to expire on September 30.
Will Lori Loughlin Go to Prison? Actor to Plead Guilty in Admission Scandal
In exchange for pleading guilty to one charge against them, prosecutors have agreed to drop the other two they were facing for their role in operation Varsity Blues.
Switching Colleges After a Tragedy Put Stassi Schroeder in the Right Place
In this installment of the "College Credit" series, Stassi Schroeder shares how a death caused her to transfer schools, forcing her to get out of her comfort zone.
Comedy Central Exec Learned 'Stoner Girl' Persona Didn't Work After College
In this installment of "College Credit," Schuster encourages college students to learn from her experience and find a healthy balance between having fun and taking themselves seriously.
Texas A&M Shooting Live Updates: Two Killed, One Injured At Commerce Campus
The shooting occurred at a freshman residence hall, and classes were canceled for the remainder of the day.
Recruiter for ICE's Fake University sentenced to Six Months
In sentencing memorandums, both sides argued what people implicated in the case thought there being no classes meant.
University of Michigan Limits Student Travel to China Due to Coronavirus
Students who wanted to travel to other areas of the country had to show they were prepared to shelter in place in case China imposed travel restrictions.
How Studying History in College Gave Drew Holcomb Lessons in Songwriting
In this installment of the "College Credit" series, Holcomb tells Newsweek how his American Revolution professor taught him to become a better songwriter.
Iranian Student's Education at U.S. College in Limbo After He's Deported
Shahab Dehghani's attorney told Newsweek he had a valid F-1 student visa at the time of his deportation.
For Iranian Students in the U.S., Unrest Comes With Conflicting Emotions
For one student, the past two weeks have been the worst of his entire life, but he still has hope for the future.
Legislators Are Trying to Block DeVos' Student Loan Forgiveness Rule
Critics argue DeVos is choosing schools over students, DeVos says her regulations create a fair process for victims and taxpayers.
Babson Employee Suspended for Post About Iran Bombing U.S. Cultural Sites
The post was contrary to the school's culture and values.
Texas to College Employees: Report Sexual Misconduct or Face Jail Time
Critics claimed it could have a "chilling effect" on student's confiding in employees they trust.
Does Federal Student Aid Application Register You for the Draft?
Receiving federal financial aid requires eligible men to register with the Selective Service System.
After Year of the College Admission Scandal, Here's What to Expect in 2020
While some parents will try to put the admission scandal behind them after 2019, others may be gearing up for a trial.
Trump's Executive Order Empowers Columbia Discrimination Claim
It was the first claim of its kind to be filed since the president signed the executive order.
West Point Says Cadets' Gesture at Army-Navy Game Was 'Innocent Game'
Although the behavior wasn't seen as an effort to promote racist ideology, West Point said it was "disappointed" in the cadets actions
Where and When Is the Army-Navy Game? Trump Expected to Attend Rivalry
The City of Brotherly Love is about halfway between the two schools, making it a logical choice for a neutral location.
Army-Navy Game Live Stream: Channel, Time, How to Watch on TV, Online
CBS will broadcast a free live stream of the game on its mobile application and website.
Antisemitism Executive Order Could Increase Discrimination Investigations
A polarizing move, supporters championed it as providing necessary protection to Jewish students while detractors claimed it squelched criticism of Israel and violated First Amendment rights.
Education Department Memos Stir Debate at DeVos Hearing on Student Loans
DeVos stood by her methodology of forgiving student loans, as Democrats claimed it showed she ignored experts' recommendations.
Dems Aim to Block DeVos Title IX Changes, See 'Chilling Effect' on Students
One of the bill's co-sponsors claimed she tried to appeal to DeVos before filing the bill.
Georgetown Could Revoke Degree of Student In College Admission Scandal
Karen Littlefair quickly agreed to plead guilty to paying to have someone take online courses for her son.
Hundreds of Professors Condemn Harvard's 'Shocking' Tenure Decision
The professors claimed in their letter the tenure decision told the academic community they consider some areas of study more valuable than others.
ICE Stands by Fake University Used to Lure in Foreign Students
Despite criticism, ICE maintained that undercover investigations such as the fake university help protect the immigration system's integrity.
Students Want 'Racist' Henry Grady Statue Moved But the Law Bans It
If a move isn't possible, students want a placard added to add context, a move the Georgia Young Republicans supported.
Colleges Ditching 'Egregious' Free Speech Restriction, but Change Is Needed
A recent report found colleges were moving away from "clearly unconstitutional" free speech policies, but vague rules still create a "chilling effect" on expression.