Diversity

More and more universities are adopting chosen name and preferred pronoun policies, an act that's inclusive of transgender and nonbinary students.

Former Baylor economics professor's lawsuit says the Baptist university's high-profile failures with sexual assaults led administrators to overcorrect when a student accused him of rape.

Jennifer M. Gómez writes of her tendency as a new faculty member of color to highlight the systemic wrongs she's experienced while ignoring the potential for change her position now allows.

By Jennifer M. Gómez

Department of Justice lifts restriction on capital financing for faith-based historically black colleges -- part of White House effort to show commitment to HBCUs. But it's not clear how many colleges have been denied funding.

Education Department fines Michigan State $4.5 million for failing to report sexual violence, including abuse of hundreds of women by former team doctor. The penalties signal toughened enforcement of federal disclosure laws.

Some students view term as racist.

California State University System weighs adding a quantitative reasoning requirement that advocates for underrepresented students worry could worsen gaps in access.

Michael Johnson Jr. provides some concrete suggestions for how institutions can improve their campus climate and quality of life for such faculty.

By Michael Johnson Jr.