Putting out the welcome mat
If you’re a female engineering student, you’re part of a small minority.
Virginia Tech approves doctorate in translational science
Program would focus on bringing scientific discoveries into diagnostics, therapeutics and health-promoting behaviors and policies.
An emphasis on problem solving
More and more, executive education in all its forms — whether it’s an executive degree program or a nondegree course — has an online component baked in.
Rising number of U.Va. students graduating early
81 students finish their bachelor’s degrees in three years or less
Community College tuition to increase 4.4 percent
In-state students will pay $130 per credit hour, an increase of $5.50.
Danville Community College names new president
Dr. Bruce R. Scism is currently vice president of academic affairs at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tenn.
New president named at John Tyler Community College
Texas college adminstrator had worked at ODU
New president named at Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Dr. John J. Rainone has been dean of institutional advancement at York County Community College, in Wells, Maine.
New job description
Fundraising didn’t used to be on the plate for community college presidents, but these days it’s the air they breathe because of dramatic declines in state support.
Boosting school spirit
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond is thinking about fielding sports teams, and perhaps even adopting a mascot.
McDonnell releases letter urging colleges to rein in tuition hikes
Last year’s 4.1 percent average increase was the lowest in 10 years.
University of Richmond business school passes periodic review
Robins has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business since 1980.