Brandeis bets big on rebuilding the liberal arts around real-world skills
Facing financial pressure, declining enrollment, and growing skepticism about the value of a degree, Brandeis University is launching a sweeping overhaul and recasting the liberal arts with a focus on what students can do after they graduate.
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Harvard Law professor on how the school can move forward after president's testimony drew scrutiny
Harvard Law professor Jeannie Suk Gersen joins GBH's Morning Edition to discuss her latest New Yorker commentary. -
Police response to book complaint at Great Barrington school sparks debate
Was law enforcement obligated to act after receiving a complaint about "Gender Queer"? -
Hundreds of faculty, Harvard board express support for President Claudine Gay
Critics and supporters of university presidents argue that last week’s antisemitism hearings before Congress reinforced existing concerns about colleges. -
Harvard Crimson reporters on following backlash to President Claudine Gay's testimony
Harvard President Claudine Gay is facing growing pressure to resign over comments she made about antisemitism on campus during a congressional hearing. -
Harvard, MIT, Penn presidents face backlash after congressional hearing
A U.S. House committee launched an investigation into campus safety at the three schools, and wealthy donors started withholding funds. -
Harvard whistleblower Joan Donovan files complaint against her former employer
The disinformation expert filed a complaint on Monday against the university, alleging that she was treated unfairly. -
Boston Superintendent Mary Skipper on new Inclusive Education plan: 'Change had to happen'
Boston Public Schools officials are out with a new five-year inclusive education plan to address long-running disparities in student performance. -
Chronic absenteeism still high among Mass. students, new data shows
Nearly one in three high school students is considered chronically absent in Massachusetts, missing 18 or more school days each year. -
Healey announces big boost in financial aid for public college students
The governor says expanded financial aid will benefit 25,000 low- and middle-income students in Massachusetts. -
Teachers union and Andover school committee reach deal to end strike
Earlier in the day striking teachers took their demands to Beacon Hill, holding a protest on the steps of the Statehouse.
