The real problem with grade inflation; accreditor finds "undue" political influence in presidential choice at U. of South Carolina; and more.
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Charges of partisan influence have tainted several presidential searches in recent years. In South Carolina, an elected official may have gone too far. (PREMIUM)
Jocelyn Robinson wants to preserve the invaluable audio left behind at historically black colleges and universities. First, though, she has to find it. (PREMIUM)
As the world continues to rapidly change, DePaul University plans to keep up by educating students in a wide range of professions with the education and skills needed to help solve today’s societal problems.
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