This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Education Dive discusses the growing concern regarding the Education Department’s ability to regulate colleges and the uncertain future for higher education’s for-profit colleges. · Why are for-profit colleges converting…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Bridget Burns and Peter J. Taylor explain how 11 universities are cooperating to provide services and support to raise graduation rates for low-income students. • How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · MDRC News publishes the findings of a two-year study on the effects of the Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) on graduation rates in Ohio. · Why…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Sarah Beller reports that research reveals that Ivy League schools are handling student mental health poorly, punishing rather than supporting students in need. • How can schools better…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · As master’s programs expand their options for degrees, Natalie Schwartz at Education Dive explains that they are also becoming more popular as more students are gaining interest.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Michael B. Horn at the Christensen Institute explains why Professor Clayton Christensen of Harvard has predicted the closing of over 50% of higher education institutions over the next decade. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Education Dive explores new research that emphasizes the importance of “soft skills” to survive in today’s college and career environment — and ways that we can help…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Education Dive, Paul G. Stoltz explains how the development of GRIT can help college students better handle challenges and succeed in academics. · How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass Take: · Education Dive recognizes higher education innovators and those shaping higher education. · Who is influencing higher education? What innovations are being made in higher education? ·…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · After conducting a randomized controlled trial, Open Philanthropy Project provides insight on the reasons why high-performing, low-income students do not apply to or attend selective college. ·…
Giving Compass’ Take: • According to a report by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, across the country, almost a third of college students took out loans but did not finish their degree.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Although more students in California high schools are passing standardized tests, many are still woefully unprepared for college. • How can high schools incorporate courses or…