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Women Make Global Gains as Researchers, but Gaps Persist
A large-scale global study found that while the number of women in academic research is growing, STEM fields remain dominated by men.
Harvard’s Largest Division Drops DEI Hiring Statements
Survey: LGBTQ+ Students at Higher Risk of Mental Health Crisis
New data from national organizations finds queer students are more likely than their peers to experience emotional distress, suicidal ideation and loneliness. Here are some practical ways higher education can address these issues.
Commencement Speech Crosses, Captivates—and Centers Campus Culture Wars
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker sparked controversy at Benedictine College’s graduation when he praised women who choose to be homemakers and mothers.
South Dakota Bans Pronouns, Tribal Affiliations in University Email Signatures
Civil liberties advocates and students say the South Dakota Board of Regents’ new policy is part of a larger effort to “erase queer people from the public university system.”
Study: Gender Gaps Persist for Female Scientists
Political Standoff Over Title IX Puts Red State Colleges in No-Win Situation
Eight states—so far—say they’ll defy the Biden administration and not comply with the new Title IX regulations. That would imperil nearly $13 billion in federal aid for public universities in those states.