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The Benefits of Citizen Science and Community-Engaged Research

Two leading academics explain why everyone benefits when researchers look beyond academia to seek greater understanding and new knowledge alongside the broader public or affected communities.

Amy Wax Sues, Accuses Penn of Racial Double Standard for Speech About Black, Jewish People

University of Pennsylvania law professor Amy Wax is suing her institution, asking a judge to overturn Penn’s sanctions against her...
A photograph of a pro-Palestine protest in New York City, including a banner that says "Ceasefire Now!"

Historians’ Council Vetoes Gaza Scholasticide Condemnation

American Historical Association convention-goers overwhelmingly passed the statement on Jan. 5, but the group’s top elected body has vetoed it without letting all AHA members vote. 

John Thune stands next to a poster of screenshots about the Democrats and border security

Laken Riley Act Could Have Implications for Higher Ed

The bill would force harsher detention policies and could impact visas for lawful, documented individuals applying to work or study in the States.

Under GOP Pressure, U of Michigan Ends Chinese Partnership

The University of Michigan announced Friday that it would end its two-decade academic partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)...
A photograph of a "die-in" protest at the Modern Language Association annual convention. Dozens of people are lying on the floor in a hotel, and people are standing around them with signs.

Denied Vote on Pro-BDS Resolution, MLA Convention Attendees Protest

The backlash continues to the Modern Language Association Executive Council’s fall decision not to let members vote on a pro-Palestinian resolution.

A photo illustration consisting of a photograph of Katherine Franke next to an image of Columbia University's campus.

Pro-Palestinian Columbia Professor Departs After Investigation

Katherine Franke, a law professor whose interview became the subject of a university investigation, says she’s effectively been terminated.

Social Artist Helen Storey on Working on the Boundary of Fashion and Science

The UNHCR’s first designer-in-residence Helen Storey talks about why she has donated her creative archive to the University of the Arts London, and how the arts can help people connect with issues such as climate change and the refugee crisis.