For-Profit And Online Education: What's Going On?
Even as regulations weaken, for-profit colleges struggle to stay afloat.
Education
NC Schools In Limbo Between Textbook Shortages And Promises Of A Digital Future
Schools across North Carolina are struggling to provide enough textbooks for students. Funding for the materials tanked during the recession and haven't reached those same levels since. At the same time, educators are in limbo to meet the state's push for a digital future.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Comes To Forsyth County
An expanded initiative will provide free books for young children across North Carolina.
Minnesota Music College Closes Abruptly, And Students Scramble To Find Schools
Some students of the McNally Smith College of Music graduated Saturday; others who were left short are rushing to find a new school — and learn whether their credits will transfer.
How Much Do Teachers Spend On Classroom Supplies?
Republicans have agreed to preserve a $250 tax break for teachers when they buy classroom supplies. But teachers tell us that they typically spend a lot more.
Why Teens Find The End Of The World So Appealing
Dystopian novels are all about consequences, choices and grey areas. And psychologists say that plays right into the sweet spot of the developing teenage brain.
Grad Students' Tuition Waivers Will Remain Untaxed, After All
A controversial provision that would have taxed grad students' tuition waivers was removed in the final version of the GOP tax bill. The measure, which was part of the House tax bill, drew protests.
Chancellors Of Most NC Public Universities Given Pay Raises
Three-quarters of the chancellors running the state's public universities are getting a raise.
Washington Did A Lot This Week And America's Schools Will Feel It
Changes to net neutrality and more on what the tax bill means for education, parents and students.
Grand Jury Report On Penn State Hazing Finds 'Indignities And Depravities'
The report was triggered by one deadly incident, but members of the grand jury said they felt obligated to report the broader issues they uncovered — including rampant, dangerous misconduct.