What is affirmative action? A history of the college admissions practice
The Supreme Court ruled affirmative action in college admissions at Harvard and UNC are unconstitutional. The repercussions could be far-reaching.
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Professor, 2 students stabbed in gender issues class at Canadian university
Students who were in the class at the University of Waterloo said the assailant entered the classroom and started stabbing people after speaking with the professor.
How colleges use affirmative action
The Supreme Court will likely decide if affirmative action can be used in the college admissions process this week. The two cases before the court build off decades of debate and legal challenges. Lana Zak has more on this.
Dozens hurt in Paris building explosion
More than 30 people were injured in an explosion Wednesday at the Paris American Academy, a fashion and design college. Officials said a gas leak likely caused the blast. Imtiaz Tyab and Ramy Inocencio report.
Here's how the GOP wants to fix the college debt crisis
Republicans say it's unfair to forgive student-loan debt, and want to limit the amount that some students can borrow.
Jeremiah Program celebrates 25 years of helping single mothers achieve education goals
It's a double congratulations for a group of Twin Cities families, as the kids and their moms are graduating simultaneously. That's thanks in part to a unique approach that is stopping the poverty cycle and starting some big dreams.
Uber drivers get degrees with new program
Over a hundred Uber drivers have earned their college degrees free of charge this year. Since 2018, the rideshare company has partnered with Arizona State to provide free tuition for online degrees. Kris Van Cleave shares more.
Virginia graduation shooting victims identified
Shawn Jackson, 18, and his 36-year-old stepfather, Lorenzo Smith, were identified as the two people shot and killed at a graduation ceremony in Virginia on Tuesday. Jackson had just accepted his diploma when the shots rang out. Nicole Sganga reports.
Chicago student who persevered with disabilities, earns entry to 18 colleges
CBS 2 first met the girl and her mother after they struggled with CPS over her disabilities.
Opponents, supporters of affirmative action face off
With the Supreme Court poised to decide two cases challenging the use of race as a consideration in college and university admissions, correspondent Rita Braver talks with the man responsible for launching multiple cases against affirmative action in higher education, as well as with advocates for and against maintaining the policy.
College grads reflect on having their student debt wiped out by donation
Snapchat co-founder Evan Spiegel and his wife Miranda Kerr paid off the student debt for the entire 2022 graduating class of Otis College of Art and Design.
Congressman Don Beyer's new college journey
Plenty of college students have jobs on the side - but for Congressman Don Beyer, doing both is even more intense. The House representative said he is studying machine learning and computer science so he can craft legislation about AI. Scott MacFarlane reports.
College majors have a big impact on income. Here's what to know.
Some college students opt for majors that may not pay off down the line. Your alma mater can also make a big difference.
Which college majors make the most money?
Researchers took a look at the average salaries four years after graduating with some of the most popular college degrees. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi breaks down the results.
New grads face uncertain job market
As college graduates send off their resumes, they're also facing hiring freezes and layoffs. Nancy Chen explores the impacts on their first jobs.
Some associate degree majors earn more than many 4-year college grads
With the cost of a bachelor's degree approaching $90,000 per year at some schools, an associate's program may be more financially feasible — and lucrative.
Bryan Kohberger, suspect in Idaho student murders, indicted by grand jury
The indictment allows prosecutors to bypass a week-long preliminary hearing that was scheduled to start on June 26.
Mother, father and daughter to graduate from same university together
Ashley is majoring in education, while her mother, Robyn, is earning a master's degree in accounting and her father, Greg, is majoring in business.
Want a good job by age 30? Don't skip college.
Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value of a college degree, but the chances of getting a good job without one are slim.
HBCUs receive 178 times less foundation funding than Ivy League schools, study finds
The eight Ivy League schools received $5.5 billion from 1,000 U.S. foundations, while 99 HBCUs only received $45 million.
A Wisconsin couple suddenly disappeared — what was their son hiding?
Chandler Halderson was excited about a new job offer he said he had with Elon Musk’s SpaceX. When his parents started asking questions about college — they disappeared. (Editor's note: In April 2023, two of Chandler Halderson's convictions related to hiding his parents' remains were vacated on procedural grounds. Halderson continues to serve a life sentence with no possibility of parole for the murder and dismemberment of his parents.)
1 killed in shooting at Oklahoma college, suspect in custody
Rose State College was ordered to shelter in place on Monday as police responded to an active shooter situation at the college in Midwest City.
What to know about college costs, loans
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the cost of paying for college. She shares what students and families need to know about financial aid packages, how high-interest rates could impact student loans, and some resources for students and families.
Erica Muhl makes history as Berklee College of Music's first woman president
Erica Muhl is now the first woman to be president of Berklee College of Music since it was established nearly 80 years ago.
The nation's community colleges falter as enrollment plunges
The 2-year institutions are far cheaper than four-year schools yet consumers are abandoning them in droves.
Charlie Kirk memorial service honors conservative activist
President Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Erika Kirk spoke at Sunday's memorial service for Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.
Former Trump economic official says "we've seen the job market degrade"
Gary Cohn, IBM vice chair and director of the National Economic Council in the first Trump term, said for companies in a "very difficult environment," cutting down on the cost of labor is "the one lever they can pull."
Genetically engineered mice could curb spread of Lyme disease on Nantucket
Scientists hope genetically modified mice will curb the spread of Lyme disease. They headed to Nantucket — home to a large population of the mice, ticks and deer spreading Lyme — to pitch their idea.
Macron calls Ambassador Kushner's criticism of France "unacceptable" for diplomat
In an interview with CBS News' "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the French president pushed back on criticism for recognizing a Palestinian state.
U.K, Australia and Canada recognize Palestinian state despite U.S. opposition
More than 140 countries have already taken that step and more are expected to do so at the U.N. General Assembly this week, including France.
Taliban rejects Trump's bid to take over Afghan air base once controlled by U.S.
President Trump is renewing his call to reestablish a U.S. presence at Bagram, even saying "we're talking now to Afghanistan" about the matter.
Maps show the forecast track of Hurricane Gabrielle
Gabrielle formed on Wednesday over the central Atlantic Ocean and became a hurricane on Sunday. It's the seventh named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
1 dead, 2 injured in shooting at New Hampshire country club; suspect arrested
One person is dead and several people were wounded during a shooting Saturday night at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua, New Hampshire.
Boat destroyed by U.S. held 1,000 kilos of cocaine, Dominican Republic says
Authorities in the Dominican Republic said they have confiscated cocaine transported by a speedboat that was destroyed recently by the U.S. Navy.