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CHRONICLE OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Big Picture: Glimpses of Life in Academe From Around the World
 
Proposed Realigning of New Jersey Campuses Spurs Protests

The plan would shift control of a Rutgers campus at Camden to Rowan University. Critics see hints of cronyism in that choice.
 
Senators Question Obama's Plan to Tie Federal Aid to Tuition

At a hearing, Republicans grilled an Education Department official about how states would be affected. Some Democrats also raised concerns about the regulatory burden.








CNN
USDA issues new rules for school meals
School meals will have to offer fruits and vegetables to students every day under standards issued by the United States Department of Agriculture on Wednesday.
 
Medical schools join first lady's health initiative for veterans
Two medical education groups and 130 medical schools signed on to first lady Michelle Obama's initiative to "train the nation's physicians to meet the unique health care needs of the military and veterans communities," the White House announced Wednesday.
 
Lessons from famous college dropouts
A college degree can be an important gateway to employment, a career and a better standard of living. But a college degree does not equate to someone's level of intelligence or talent. For those seeking the best workers or leaders, there is a plethora of intelligent, inventive people without degrees who should not be overlooked.




NEW YORK TIMES
Beliefs: When Counseling and Conviction Collide — Beliefs
The case of a woman who was expelled from a graduate counseling program highlights how religious views on sexual orientation provoke controversy in the profession.
 
Sallie Mae to Change Forbearance Fee Policy
A petition on Change.org helped bring about the lender’s new rule on forbearance fees.
 
The Choice Blog: Claremont's President Says Lack of Proper Controls Led to SAT Misinformation
Pamela B. Gann, president of Claremont McKenna College, discussed the circumstances surrounding the submission of inaccurate SAT data and how her school can regain trust.