College faculty survey details concerns about diversity and discrimination
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Discrimination is a source of stress for many faculty members, especially women and ethnic minorities. And most professors say they’re not prepared to deal with diversity-related conflict in their own classrooms
Read More about College faculty survey details concerns about diversity and discriminationHouse Democrats detail vision for higher education reform
INSIDE HIGHER ED — The education committee of the Democrat-led U.S. House of Representatives this week will begin a series of five hearings on reauthorizing the Higher Education Act, the law that governs federal financial aid.
Read More about House Democrats detail vision for higher education reformPresident Trump explores executive order on campus free speech
INSIDE HIGHER ED — President Trump vowed Saturday to “soon” issue an executive order that would deny federal research funds to colleges and universities that do not support free speech.
Read More about President Trump explores executive order on campus free speechFBI unveils nationwide college admissions cheating scheme involving dozens of participants
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Details emerge about indictments of wealthy parents who allegedly found ways to rig the system; coaches lose their jobs; and some call for discussion of the many (legal) advantages for families of means.
Read More about FBI unveils nationwide college admissions cheating scheme involving dozens of participantsLaw schools emphasize teaching technology skills
EDTECH — The law industry is using innovative test design and new technology curricula in law schools to make their graduates more effective employees. Research shows law firms benefit greatly from digital integration.
Read More about Law schools emphasize teaching technology skillsAdmissions expert shines light on law school application process in the wake of college enrollment scandal
LAW.COM — The nation has been riveted by the college admissions scandal that has revealed the dark secrets of the higher education admissions game. Federal prosecutors have charged 50 people—including Hollywood headliners, a Big Law leader and financiers.
Read More about Admissions expert shines light on law school application process in the wake of college enrollment scandalPodcast: Bringing technology to law school classrooms
LEGAL TALK NETWORK — Many new law students are digital natives, but more training is needed for full tech proficiency in legal education. In this On The Road report from TECHSHOW in Chicago, host Gyi Tsakalakis talks to Elizabeth Farrell Clifford and Jennifer Wondracek about bringing technology education to law schools.
Read More about Podcast: Bringing technology to law school classroomsLaw school applicants must beware bad advice
US NEWS — IF YOU’RE READING THIS, chances are that you’ve at least considered applying to law school and have probably realized the process is a little more complex than you had originally thought. Naturally, many people will seek advice from a counselor, friend, family member or any other source.
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LEGAL TALK NETWORK — The US News and World Report law school rankings have been leaked, and the gang breaks down who’s on top and who’s making big moves — both good and bad — in this year’s rankings.
Read More about Podcast: Discussion of law school rankingsU.S. News releases law school rankings
LAW.COM — It’s business as usual in the latest edition of U.S. News & World Report’s closely watched law school rankings, which showed no movement among the top seven schools. This year’s list, released Tuesday, offers relatively little drama, particularly among the 20 highest-ranked schools.
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