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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

More Than 180 Academic Leaders Condemn Trump's Overreach'

Higher education leaders unitedly oppose the Trump administration's overreach, fearing it threatens academic freedom and financial stability in universities.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago
US news

Emerging From a Collective Silence, Universities Organize to Fight Trump

University leaders unite against perceived government overreach in higher education.
A coalition of 400+ campus leaders opposes political interference from the Trump administration.
fromThe Atlantic
3 hours ago
OMG science

The End of the Enlightenment?

The preservation of academic freedom is vital for the continued intellectual progress of America.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
18 hours ago
Left-wing politics

UC Berkeley faculty demand UC not comply with Trump demands

UC Berkeley faculty urge protection of political speech and academic freedom in response to Trump administration's threats against diversity initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

More Than 180 Academic Leaders Condemn Trump's Overreach'

Higher education leaders unitedly oppose the Trump administration's overreach, fearing it threatens academic freedom and financial stability in universities.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

Emerging From a Collective Silence, Universities Organize to Fight Trump

University leaders unite against perceived government overreach in higher education.
A coalition of 400+ campus leaders opposes political interference from the Trump administration.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
18 hours ago

UC Berkeley faculty demand UC not comply with Trump demands

UC Berkeley faculty urge protection of political speech and academic freedom in response to Trump administration's threats against diversity initiatives.
more#academic-freedom
California
fromwww.montereyherald.com
4 hours ago

Some CSU campuses offering direct admission to eligible high school seniors

California State University launches Direct Admission Pilot Program to ease college admissions stress for Riverside County students.
#job-market
more#job-market
#political-interference
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 hours ago

This State University Has a Plan to Take on Trump

Higher education leaders are uniting against funding cuts and political interference, emphasizing solidarity as essential for the future of education.
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago
US news

Good Morning, News: PGE Forest Park Plan Faces Frosty Reception in City Hall, (Some) Oregon Colleges Join the Resistance, and RFK Jr. Continues to Show No Regard for Health or Human Services

Portland's City Council voted against PGE's project to cut trees in Forest Park after substantial public opposition.
Oregon universities are protesting against government interference in higher education with a significant coalition of university leaders.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 hours ago

This State University Has a Plan to Take on Trump

Higher education leaders are uniting against funding cuts and political interference, emphasizing solidarity as essential for the future of education.
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago
US news

Good Morning, News: PGE Forest Park Plan Faces Frosty Reception in City Hall, (Some) Oregon Colleges Join the Resistance, and RFK Jr. Continues to Show No Regard for Health or Human Services

Portland's City Council voted against PGE's project to cut trees in Forest Park after substantial public opposition.
Oregon universities are protesting against government interference in higher education with a significant coalition of university leaders.
more#political-interference
#harvard-university
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
20 hours ago

Harvard Promises Changes After Reports on Antisemitism and Islamophobia

Harvard reports reveal deep-seated antisemitism and biases affecting students, faculty, and academic programs, exposing systemic issues on campus.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Harvard University Sues Trump Administration

Harvard is suing the Trump administration over threats to strip research funding, marking a significant conflict between higher education and governmental control.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
US news

Harvard University sues Trump administration reports DW 04/21/2025

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over federal funding cuts, claiming these actions are unconstitutional.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Laurence Tribe on CNN Likens Trump's Attempted Takeover' of Harvard to Hitler and Erdogan: The Dictator's Handbook'

Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration contends that its constitutional rights are being violated through political retaliation.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Harvard University, under pressure from Trump administration, renames its DEI office

Harvard University is renaming its DEI office amid political pressures from the Trump administration, shifting focus from group demographics to individual experiences.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Inside Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the freeze of federal funding, arguing it violates the First Amendment.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
20 hours ago

Harvard Promises Changes After Reports on Antisemitism and Islamophobia

Harvard reports reveal deep-seated antisemitism and biases affecting students, faculty, and academic programs, exposing systemic issues on campus.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Harvard University Sues Trump Administration

Harvard is suing the Trump administration over threats to strip research funding, marking a significant conflict between higher education and governmental control.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Harvard University sues Trump administration reports DW 04/21/2025

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over federal funding cuts, claiming these actions are unconstitutional.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Laurence Tribe on CNN Likens Trump's Attempted Takeover' of Harvard to Hitler and Erdogan: The Dictator's Handbook'

Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration contends that its constitutional rights are being violated through political retaliation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
US news

Harvard University, under pressure from Trump administration, renames its DEI office

Harvard University is renaming its DEI office amid political pressures from the Trump administration, shifting focus from group demographics to individual experiences.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago
US news

Inside Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the freeze of federal funding, arguing it violates the First Amendment.
more#harvard-university
#innovation
more#innovation
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Emerging from a collective silence, U.S. universities organize to fight President Trump

University leaders have united against perceived government overreach threatening academic independence.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump news at a glance: president targets diversity at US universities; Trump accuses Zelenskyy of endangering peace deal

Trump targets US universities with executive orders focusing on foreign gifts and college accreditation.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Trump Shreds the Constitution to Better Hound Immigrants and Eviscerate Universities

The Trump administration is aggressively undermining constitutional limits in immigration and higher education policies, notably through extreme measures and government oversight.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

First Harvard, now UC Berkeley: Trump administration to probe foreign funds

The Trump administration intensifies scrutiny on foreign funding at universities, particularly UC Berkeley and Harvard, under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act.
US news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

170 college presidents including Harvard, Princeton, Ivy League heads sign letter rebuking Trump Administration 'overreach'

Higher education institutions unitedly oppose the Trump Administration's threats of funding withdrawal, asserting the need to protect academic independence.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Emerging from a collective silence, U.S. universities organize to fight President Trump

University leaders have united against perceived government overreach threatening academic independence.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump news at a glance: president targets diversity at US universities; Trump accuses Zelenskyy of endangering peace deal

Trump targets US universities with executive orders focusing on foreign gifts and college accreditation.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Trump Shreds the Constitution to Better Hound Immigrants and Eviscerate Universities

The Trump administration is aggressively undermining constitutional limits in immigration and higher education policies, notably through extreme measures and government oversight.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

First Harvard, now UC Berkeley: Trump administration to probe foreign funds

The Trump administration intensifies scrutiny on foreign funding at universities, particularly UC Berkeley and Harvard, under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act.
US news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

170 college presidents including Harvard, Princeton, Ivy League heads sign letter rebuking Trump Administration 'overreach'

Higher education institutions unitedly oppose the Trump Administration's threats of funding withdrawal, asserting the need to protect academic independence.
more#trump-administration
fromCornell Chronicle
1 day ago
Paris food

Paul Gaurnier, emeritus professor, former associate dean, dies at 101 | Cornell Chronicle

Paul L. Gaurnier was a significant figure in hospitality education at Cornell, noted for his leadership and innovative teaching.
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

Mr. Art of the Deal Struggles to Spin Three Failed Negotiations - emptywheel

Trump is experiencing multiple negotiation failures, revealing his insecurity despite his claims of success.
#student-debt
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
NYC parents

I'm a financial educator. This is how I talked to my two kids about the cost of college.

Open discussions about college costs are crucial for families to plan effectively.
Exploring affordable college options can help mitigate the financial burden of higher education.
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
NYC parents

I'm a financial educator. This is how I talked to my two kids about the cost of college.

Open discussions about college costs are crucial for families to plan effectively.
Exploring affordable college options can help mitigate the financial burden of higher education.
more#student-debt
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

College Mental Health Crisis Demands Preventative Approaches

College mental health services are overwhelmed, necessitating a fundamental rethink of approach to support resilience in students.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
US politics

I Just Got Into Harvard. My MAGA Grandparents' 6-Word Reaction To My Acceptance Devastated Me.

Family support is crucial during achievements.
Political opinions can impact personal milestones.
Fear of losing educational access due to political pressure.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

College Mental Health Crisis Demands Preventative Approaches

College mental health services are overwhelmed, necessitating a fundamental rethink of approach to support resilience in students.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

I Just Got Into Harvard. My MAGA Grandparents' 6-Word Reaction To My Acceptance Devastated Me.

Family support is crucial during achievements.
Political opinions can impact personal milestones.
Fear of losing educational access due to political pressure.
more#mental-health
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Exclusive | San Francisco State slammed for hosting Palestinian terrorists, named 'most antisemitic' university: report

SFSU has faced backlash for inviting controversial speakers linked to Palestinian terrorism and for actions perceived as antisemitic.
fromApp Developer Magazine
2 days ago
Video games

SEMO game development degree announced | App Developer Magazine

SEMO launches a new Bachelor's degree in game development, blending technical skills and storytelling for a career in the growing video game industry.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Higher education

Ex-'MythBusters' host Adam Savage says taking a gap year may be the right move for your career

College should not be an automatic choice; students should evaluate their interests first.
Gap years can provide valuable life experience and career clarity.
#diversity-equity-inclusion
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
Higher education

Trump signs executive actions on education, including efforts to rein in DEI

Trump signed executive actions reshaping education policies, targeting accreditors and K-12 discipline based on DEI standards.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
Higher education

Trump signs executive actions on education, including efforts to rein in DEI

Trump signed executive actions reshaping education policies, targeting accreditors and K-12 discipline based on DEI standards.
more#diversity-equity-inclusion
#ivy-league
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Boston real estate

If Ivy League Universities Paid Property Taxes, Cities Could Gain Big-but It's Complicated

Revoking tax-exempt status could impose significant property tax burdens on Ivy League schools, but valuing their properties is complex.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago
US politics

The Worst Job in America

The role of president at Ivy League institutions is increasingly undesirable due to mounting pressures and controversies.
Columbia University struggles to find stable leadership, reflecting broader issues in higher education administration.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

If Ivy League Universities Paid Property Taxes, Cities Could Gain Big-but It's Complicated

Revoking tax-exempt status could impose significant property tax burdens on Ivy League schools, but valuing their properties is complex.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Worst Job in America

The role of president at Ivy League institutions is increasingly undesirable due to mounting pressures and controversies.
Columbia University struggles to find stable leadership, reflecting broader issues in higher education administration.
more#ivy-league
#student-loans
Higher education
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Trump's crackdown on colleges is a good start - but more is needed to fix higher ed

Higher education financing in the U.S. is broken, benefiting colleges at the expense of students and taxpayers.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
Higher education

These Are the States with the Highest Student Loan Debt per Capita

The U.S. Department of Education will restart federal student loan collections on May 5, 2025, after a long pause due to the pandemic.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC parents

Trump's education boss reveals greedy truth behind Biden's student loan forgiveness: 'They have profited massively'

Linda McMahon defends student loan debt collections, blaming universities for profiting and students burdened by debt.
Higher education
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Trump's crackdown on colleges is a good start - but more is needed to fix higher ed

Higher education financing in the U.S. is broken, benefiting colleges at the expense of students and taxpayers.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
Higher education

These Are the States with the Highest Student Loan Debt per Capita

The U.S. Department of Education will restart federal student loan collections on May 5, 2025, after a long pause due to the pandemic.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC parents

Trump's education boss reveals greedy truth behind Biden's student loan forgiveness: 'They have profited massively'

Linda McMahon defends student loan debt collections, blaming universities for profiting and students burdened by debt.
more#student-loans
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Boston food

Opinion | Harvard May Not Be the Hero We Want, but It Is the Hero We Need

Harvard provides transformative opportunities but has longstanding issues with intolerance and free speech.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

Top 10 fields to land a six-figure starting salary

Certain fields offer six-figure salaries for new grads, but most find actual salaries are significantly lower than anticipated.
Job types influenced by student loan forgiveness, highlighting graduates' wage expectations and earnings discrepancies.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Women in technology

Wellesley faculty ends strike, but still with no contract

Wellesley College non-tenure-track professors ended their strike, returning to work yet still aiming for a union contract and better working conditions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Who's Speaking at College Graduations Across the U.S.?

Universities are carefully selecting commencement speakers to avoid controversy amid political tensions and past protests.
#international-students
US news
fromKqed
4 days ago

ICE Is Reversing Termination of Legal Status for International Students Around US, Lawyer Says | KQED

International students faced unexpected visa terminations, raising due process concerns and impacting academic futures.
US news
fromKqed
4 days ago

ICE Is Reversing Termination of Legal Status for International Students Around US, Lawyer Says | KQED

International students faced unexpected visa terminations, raising due process concerns and impacting academic futures.
more#international-students
Non-profit organizations
fromtime.com
5 days ago

What John Prine's Music Reminds Us After the Cancellation of Our NEH Grant

The termination of a National Endowment for the Humanities grant impacts educational initiatives focused on Americana music and cultural understanding.
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
5 days ago

'The arts are vanishing from education': new report urges UK government to invest in arts sector

The UK arts sector calls for a £5m grassroots fund to support artists and a reversal of funding cuts in higher education.
#education
fromHudson Valley Post
1 week ago
Upper West Side

Could This Town Be One Of The Most Educated Within The Hudson Valley?

Hudson Valley boasts reputable colleges, making it an area with significant educational opportunities. Education is accessible without traveling far.
fromHudson Valley Post
1 week ago
Upper West Side

Could This Town Be One Of The Most Educated Within The Hudson Valley?

Hudson Valley boasts reputable colleges, making it an area with significant educational opportunities. Education is accessible without traveling far.
more#education
Social justice
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

After Black Enrollment Fell, Amherst College Faces an Identity Crisis

Amherst College's Black student enrollment dropped to 3% for the freshman class, raising concerns about its commitment to diversity.
fromCornell Chronicle
1 week ago
Fundraising

New gift funds innovation at Bronfenbrenner Center | Cornell Chronicle

A $2 million gift has established an endowment for the Director's Innovation Fund to support community-engaged research at the Bronfenbrenner Center.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario to spend $750M on STEM programs at universities, colleges | CBC News

Ontario invests $750 million to enhance STEM education, creating 20,500 new spots annually.
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