SS Higher Education Trends

NIH cuts remain on hold as judge extends temporary pause

Some colleges have already frozen hiring after the National Institutes of Health unveiled a policy to cap billions of dollars in funding for indirect research costs.

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Northland College to close after turnaround falls short

Despite recent restructuring efforts, the Wisconsin nonprofit’s board chair said it couldn’t weather “economic and demographic storms” hitting the sector.

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McMahon confirmation as education secretary advances to full Senate

Democrats opposing the nomination voiced concerns about calls for the closure of the U.S. Department of Education.

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NLRB rescinds stack of Biden-era enforcement memos

The affected documents include a 2021 memo stating that certain NCAA college athletes should be considered employees.

logo.png  By SS  Feb 22, 2025