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A photo illustration of dollars going into a funnel that's going behind the parapet of a campus building.
A photo illustration of dollars going into a funnel that's going behind the parapet of a campus building.

Little-Known Network of Higher Ed Institutes Has Roots in Anti–Gay Marriage Fight and Opus Dei

January 27, 2025

The Foundation for Excellence in Higher Education supports programs based at or near 14 elite universities. It’s headquartered at a conservative think tank and funded generously by right-leaning donors. But what are its aims?

A photograph of a pro-Palestine protest in New York City, including a banner that says "Ceasefire Now!"
A photograph of a pro-Palestine protest in New York City, including a banner that says "Ceasefire Now!"

Historians’ Council Vetoes Gaza Scholasticide Condemnation

January 17, 2025

American Historical Association convention-goers overwhelmingly passed the statement on Jan. 5, but the group’s top elected body has vetoed it without letting all AHA members vote. 

A photograph of James Bowley next to one of a sign saying Millsaps College.
A photograph of James Bowley next to one of a sign saying Millsaps College.

Professor Says College Fired Him for Telling 3 Students U.S. Is Fascist After Election

January 17, 2025

The tenured faculty member said Millsaps College argued that his email could be misconstrued as speaking on behalf of the institution. He’s appealing to the board. 

A photo illustration comprised of photos of Texas governor Greg Abbott, Texas A&M University president Mark A. Welsh III and conservative activist Christopher Rufo superimposed on a photograph of Texas A&M's College Station campus.
A photo illustration comprised of photos of Texas governor Greg Abbott, Texas A&M University president Mark A. Welsh III and conservative activist Christopher Rufo superimposed on a photograph of Texas A&M's College Station campus.

Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as ‘Racial Segregation’

January 16, 2025

The national conservative activist wrote on social media that a student recruiting conference violates the state’s DEI ban because it excludes whites and Asians. Governor Abbott then threatened to fire the A&M president.

A photograph of a "die-in" protest at the Modern Language Association annual convention. Dozens of people are lying on the floor in a hotel, and people are standing around them with signs.
A photograph of a "die-in" protest at the Modern Language Association annual convention. Dozens of people are lying on the floor in a hotel, and people are standing around them with signs.

Denied Vote on Pro-BDS Resolution, MLA Convention Attendees Protest

January 11, 2025

The backlash continues to the Modern Language Association Executive Council’s fall decision not to let members vote on a pro-Palestinian resolution.