Berkeley chancellor still optimistic for increased state funding
Nicholas Dirks predicts politicians will rescue public institutions once they are convinced cost-cutting has reached its limit
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Expat Chinese academics promoted more than stay-at-home scholars
Those who leave China to study are more likely to win jobs and promotion when they return, but local academics tend to take top administrative roles, analysis suggests
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End ‘polite silence’ on diversity in universities, says v-c
Universities need to be far more open about addressing the issue of racism
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China and EU aim to create 'education Silk Road to future'
Chinese and EU ministers strike agreement on mutual recognition of degrees
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Harvard most likely university for US presidents
But research shows Yale University graduates are most productive in Congress
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UK science community must develop strong international collaborations
Budget scrutiny is emphasising the importance of effective translational research, says Graham Lord, who believes international cooperation is key to ensuring research reaps practical rewards
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Switzerland: ‘nothing certain’ on future of EU research access
Swiss parliament takes steps to resolve crisis with European Union, but plan faces challenges
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Larger bursaries ‘boost students’ chances of getting good degree’
Study of 36,000 undergraduates identifies positive relationship between financial aid, retention and attainment
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Norway to ban Islamic face veils in universities
The Nordic state, known for its liberal social policies, is the latest country to announce plans for a ban on burkas in its education system
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Entrance exam ruling hits foreign students in India
Future uncertain for medical undergraduates
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Kentucky gift ‘strings’ raise questions about high-profile donations
University senate opposes terms of proposed $10 million deal with businessmen to set up centre for the study of free enterprise
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Obama's words on running a government should resonate with universities
Higher education institutions must not be measured by their economic contribution alone, writes John Gill
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Top 10 universities for producing Nobel prizewinners 2016
Times Higher Education analysis reveals the institutions with the most affiliated Nobel prizewinners this century