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University of Texas students walk through campus on the first day of classes Monday, Aug. 25, 2025.

U of Texas Board Makes It Easier to Fire Faculty, Close Programs

One faculty member is concerned that the policy changes anticipate a 2027 legislative session that could further encroach on academic freedom at the state university system.

Three images next to one another; presidential finalist for University of Florida Stuart Bell, the tower at the University of Florida and US Education Secretary Linda McMahon.

War of Words Over Florida’s Presidential Pick

After the University of Florida named Stuart Bell as a finalist for the presidency, critics took aim at his past work on DEI. Similar controversy upended UF’s last presidential search.

A student standing in front of a campus building in three panels. Each of the three panels has progressively more money in the backpack of the student.

Earnings Test Gets Mixed Reviews in Public Comments

Representatives for religious colleges and beauty schools argued the metric could have devastating consequences for their institutions. Others say accountability is necessary.

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Why Advocates Want a $200 Increase to the Pell Grant

Higher ed groups say the grant has lost purchasing power amid inflation. But getting any increase through Congress will be a hard sell as lawmakers grapple with the program’s $17 million shortfall.

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The End of the Grad School Lifeline?

With new loan limits, graduate school may no longer be the pathway out of underemployment it once was for many young adults.

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Trump’s Accreditation Overhaul Advances

The administration proposed sweeping changes to how accreditors evaluate institutions that officials say will lower the cost of college. Critics are skeptical.

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Science: NIH, NASA Restrict Co-Authoring With Foreign Scientists

The National Institutes of Health and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration are targeting collaborations between U.S. scientists and foreign...
A person is sitting in the front seat of a truck with an NSF logo on the back passenger-side door. The door is open and the person has one cowboy booted foot crossed over their knee. The truck is parked on a dirt road, and outside, it looks like a tornado is coming.

AAAS Calls for Confirmation Hearing for NSF Director

The head of one of the world’s largest science societies urged leaders of a Senate committee Thursday to hold an...