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Public Universities Don’t Want to Discuss the Compact
Institutions have been slow to respond to records requests related to the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education,” and UT Austin is fighting to withhold records.
Secretive Big Ten Deal Riles Trustees
The Big Ten is weighing a $2.4 billion private equity deal. But multiple trustees at member institutions say they aren’t getting enough information and the proposal has been rushed.
Virginia Supreme Court Declines Review in Board Picks Case
Jim Ryan Breaks Silence on UVA Resignation
The former University of Virginia president who resigned abruptly in June accused the board of being dishonest about the circumstances of his exit and complicit in his ouster.
Spanberger Calls on UVA to Pause President Search
Virginia’s Democratic governor-elect has called on the University of Virginia to wait to hire a new leader until she appoints new board members in January.
Cornell Settles With the Trump Administration
Cornell will pay out $30 million and invest another $30 million in agricultural research. In exchange the federal government will restore research funding and close investigations.
Congress Accuses GMU President of Lying About DEI Efforts
The GOP-led House Judiciary Committee accused George Mason University’s president of lying about DEI practices and likely violating civil rights laws. He has denied the claims.
Florida DOGE Details Disproportionate Spending at New College
The college has faced mounting criticism over its spending and other changes in the wake of a conservative overhaul. Florida Board of Governors didn’t publicly share those concerns.