University of Michigan Hides First-Year Grades in Pilot Program
#HigherEd #StudentMentalHealthUniversity of Michigan will hide letter grades for first-semester freshmen in a 2027 pilot, using pass/no credit to ease transitions, boost mental health, and encourage exploration, though critics call it coddling. read more
US Colleges Face 10% Drop in Foreign Students
#HigherEd #ImmigrationPolicyTrump administration immigration policies may cut US foreign student enrollment by 9.5%, displacing 111,000 students and $3.4 billion, risking 39,000 jobs and innovation leadership. read more
Howard University reinstates 200 students after mass unenrollment
#HigherEd #HowardUniversityHoward University reinstated 200 of 502 unenrolled freshmen after payment deadline confusion. Students cited unclear instructions and unreachable administration. Officials cite over-enrollment and earlier deadlines, while critics allege intentional purging. Other universities offered displaced students admission support. read more