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Columbia’s President Denounced Her Before Congress. Firing Could Be Next.
Law professor Katherine Franke has long been outspoken in her support of Palestinians. Now, after House Republicans and her university president called her out in an antisemitism hearing, she faces potential termination.
House Republicans Vote to Overturn Biden Title IX Rule
The party-line vote followed a heated debate over the regulations, which strengthen protections for transgender students.
‘Satanic’ Sculpture Beheaded at University of Houston
Louisiana Wants the Ten Commandments in College Classrooms, Too
The culture war over religion in public education has mostly ensnared K-12 schools. A recently passed Louisiana law brings higher education into the mix.
Listen: Celebrating Black Student Success and Achievement
In the latest Voices of Student Success episode, learn more about Sacramento State’s establishment of a Black Honors College and a statewide bill to recognize California institutions that help Black students achieve.
Why Some Selective M.F.A. Programs Are Going Tuition-Free
Some M.F.A. programs at Juilliard and the University of Southern California, among others, won’t charge tuition starting next fall. But will it expand access to the arts?
Giving an F for Recording Classes, Even for Students With Disabilities
A UCLA professor whose classroom hosts contentious debates says she’ll fail any student who records. She says it’s a matter of academic freedom. But does federal law allow it?
House Republicans Advance 2 Contested Antisemitism Bills
While backers say the proposals will help protect students from discrimination, Democrats and higher ed advocates say they’re aimed at punishing elite universities and international students.