FSU Opens $69 Million College of Education to Train Future Teachers
With a ceremonial snip of a blue ribbon, FSU officially opened its new $69.3 million College of Education building on Thursday, nearly 160 years after teacher preparation became central to the university’s founding mission.
What’s the Difference Between Civility and Civil Discourse?
Robert Taber, chair of the UNC System Faculty Taskforce on Civil Discourse, explains why it shouldn’t be a partisan issue.
Methodist University Names Suzanne Blum Malley as Next President
Current Provost Suzanne Blum Malley takes the helm of the school in 2027, becoming the first woman in the university’s history to serve as president.
North Carolina’s Medical School Boom
New schools in Charlotte and Fayetteville—and soon Wilmington—could help ease the state’s doctor shortage.
How Two Duke Alumni Helped Conservatives Take Over the NEH
The Trump administration fired most of the National Endowment for the Humanities’ advisory board last year. Two Duke-trained political theorists are key figures now running the agency.
These UNC System Schools Want to Create Three-Year Degrees
Eleven of the system’s 16 universities proposed new reduced-credit undergraduate programs, which are gaining popularity across the country.
Trump Cuts Threaten to Halt Two Decades of HIV Vaccine Research
Duke has led a national HIV research consortium since 2005, with several promising vaccines ready for trials. Now the NIH is ending its major grant.
More Higher Education Coverage
UNC Wilmington Wants to Start a Medical School
The school, which would take at least seven years to get off the ground, would be the latest boon to health education in the state.
How N.C. Universities Plan to Prove Their Value
Three chancellors discussed pressures on higher education during a Durham event hosted by The Atlantic and The Assembly.
‘It’s Bigger than Just Buildings’: Chancellor Reflects on 5 Years Leading Fayetteville State
Chancellor Darrell T. Allison said FSU’s growth has focused on expanding access, strengthening military partnerships, and increasing its role in Fayetteville.
Kirk deViere Unveils Ambitious Vision 2030 Plan for Cumberland County
New children’s museum, new aquatic center, and expanding water service among goals from Board of Commissioners chair during State of the County Address.
Methodist University President Announces Plans to Retire in Summer 2027
Stanley T. Wearden has led the north Fayetteville university since 2019. As he prepares to leave, the school’s new medical school will be training its first doctors.
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