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Concerns Mount Over Future of McNair Scholars
So far, 18 McNair program grants have been canceled. The Education Department says it will issue awards for the rest of them by the end of the month.
Education Dept. Subjects Harvard to More Financial Oversight
The heightened cash monitoring status slapped on the university Friday is typically reserved for institutions in serious financial turmoil. This time, experts say, it’s being used as an intimidation tactic.
How the Education Dept. Wants to Advance ‘Patriotic Education’
Professional historians say the department’s plan is part of the Trump administration’s broader attempt to create an Orwellian “truth ministry” and omit the more troubling aspects of the nation’s past.
Education Dept. Opens Up FAFSA Beta Test to All
Arizona State Police Reportedly Assisted DHS With Arrest
McMahon Calls for Improving Efficiency and Civilizing Discourse
The education secretary’s comments at two different policy summits shine a light on the department’s latest priorities, but the recent death of Charlie Kirk loomed large.
Texas A&M President Steps Down Under Pressure
Mark Welsh resigned Thursday after state lawmakers accused the university of pushing “leftist DEI and transgender indoctrination” on his watch.
Texas Governor Targets Students Who Allegedly Mocked Kirk’s Death
Republican Greg Abbott called online for Texas State to expel a student. He says it did, raising further alarm from higher ed observers about the conservative crackdown on people denigrating the slain activist.