​A new way to measure college graduation rates
Marketplace
The U.S. Department of Education says its going to change the way it measures student success, which should provide a more accurate picture of community college graduation rates.

Why are community colleges being treated worst when they're needed most?
New Republic
California currently spends twice as much per student educating University of California students as it does on California State University (CSU) students, and twice as much on CSU students compared to those in community colleges.

Colleges to prove worth for state funds
STLtoday.com
Performance funding can have unintended consequences, prompting colleges to neglect or nix programs such as community service activities that don't have a direct impact on students' grades.