A checklist for college leaders who wonder what the future holds; Harvard says it won't accept relief from the U.S.; and more.
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Finance
By Scott Carlson and James F. Galbally Jr.

A checklist for leaders of colleges with small endowments, diminishing cash, uneven student demand, and stiff competition, and who are wondering what the future holds for their institutions. (PREMIUM)

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By Katherine Mangan

The university said that while it faces serious financial pressures as a result of the pandemic, the intense focus on its endowment wealth could distract from relief efforts.

Teaching
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By Katherine Mangan

Students in remedial courses are more likely to struggle with virtual instruction. But a return to in-person classes is far from guaranteed.

Commentary
By Paul N. Friga

The $14 billion invested in our sector so far doesn’t go far enough. Here’s what real relief would look like. (PREMIUM)

Advice
By Fernanda Zamudio-Suaréz and Megan Zahneis

Plus: Tips for virtual programming to boost student engagement. Get guidance on common concerns in our Q&A series.

Students
By Bennett Leckrone

Will your campus reopen dorms in August or stick with remote instruction?

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Advice
By L. Maren Wood

Job candidates with the misfortune to be searching for tenure-track positions this year or next will need as many career options as they can get.

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As colleges and universities have struggled to devise policies to respond to the quickly evolving situation, here are links to The Chronicle’s key coverage of how this worldwide health crisis is affecting campuses.

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