May 21, 2026

Harvard Faculty Votes to Limit Full A’s in Courses

In a significant move, Harvard faculty recently voted to cap the number of full A’s awarded in courses. This decision marks the culmination of years of discussions. The new rule utilizes a ’20 plus four’ formula. This means that only about 20% of students in a course can receive full A’s. An asterisk in this […]

May 21, 2026

The Financial Impact of Higher Education on Students

A comprehensive report examining the outcomes of nearly 1 million undergraduate students indicates that pursuing a college education generally leads to financial gains for most individuals. However, several factors significantly influence these benefits. Students at Revolution Workshop, a nonprofit in Chicago, can acquire construction skills that help them enter a trade union apprenticeship. This is […]