The National Science Foundation says major budget cuts, restructuring and priority changes are designed to build a more robust STEM workforce. But experts say the changes, which include axing education-related programs, will have the opposite effect.
Did Presidents Honor Campus Protest Deals?
Multiple college presidents struck deals with pro-Palestinian student protesters last year to end their encampments. Most appear to have honored those agreements.
Graduation Speakers on Trump, Confidence and Bundt Cake
From Jasmine Crockett to Henry Winkler, commencement speakers urged the Class of 2025 to find their community and overcome negativity.
Building a Math On-Ramp to STEM Careers for All Students
Wentworth University built a new gateway math course to ensure any student can pursue any major, regardless of high school math completion levels.
For Fulbright Applicants, a DEI Disqualifier
The Trump administration staged an unprecedented intervention in this year’s Fulbright selection process, rejecting finalists whose research deals with race, gender or climate change.
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Ep. 158: Voices of Student Success: Teaching Practical Life Skills
In the latest episode of Voices of Student Success, staff in George Mason University’s department of recreation share how they teach students life skills for future success.
Ep. 157: Is the Alliance Between the Federal Government and Higher Ed Forever Broken?
The federal government’s attacks on higher education and losing trust in our institutions.
The Secrets of Effective Policy Engagement – From Two Academics Who Have Worked in Government
Two academics who are steeped in policy expertise, having worked in government in the UK and US, share practical insights on what works when trying to get research before the eyes of decision-makers.
Why Internationalization Must Remain a Cornerstone of Higher Education
Hear academic leaders in the UK and Singapore discuss what is needed for effective cross-border collaboration.