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Photo illustration of Harvard president Claudine Gay.

Harvard Board Backs Embattled President

The Harvard Corporation came to Claudine Gay’s defense Tuesday, showing unanimous support in the face of mounting tensions and calls for her ouster.

Harvard president Claudine Gay, a Black woman wearing black-framed glasses, at a congressional hearing in December.

Harvard Board Backs President, Despite Mounting Woes

Allegations that Claudine Gay plagiarized parts of her thesis—a charge she denies—have not deterred the board’s support for her presidency.

A photograph of Ahlam Muhtaseb, professor of communication studies at California State University, San Bernardino, standing with duct tape on her mouth. Her head is covered and she wears a kaffiyeh around her neck.

Palestinian Communication Professor Says She’s Been Censored Again

For a second time, Ahlam Muhtaseb, of California State University, San Bernardino, lost an opportunity to share her message due to concerns over her using the word “genocide.” This time, she says, she didn’t even use it.

University of pennsylvania President Liz Magill, a light-skinned woman with blond hair, at a hearing before a congressional committee.

Penn President Resigns After Missteps on Antisemitism

Liz Magill stepped down after her remarks at a congressional hearing sparked outrage. Her resignation followed months of tension on campus.

Two men sit in a state legislative chamber, flanked by American flags

No End to Wisconsin’s Higher Ed Budget Standoff

The UW system and Republican legislators have been at a budget impasse over DEI for six months. Leaders reached a deal to free up funding, but the Board of Regents voted it down, putting negotiations back at square one.

A photo of people walking on Bacone College's campus.

Struggling Bacone College Could Soon Lose Its Campus

The campus is headed to the auction block over unpaid bills. The small college, which serves many Native American students, may be forced to go online or close.

Survey: Pay Equity Lags for Higher Ed Administrators

Though the number of women in higher education leadership roles has increased since 2002, pay equity hasn’t kept pace, according...

Harvard Under Investigation for Response to Antisemitism Allegations

Harvard University is the latest college facing a civil rights investigation over its handling of alleged harassment of Jewish students...