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Does Military AI Research at Universities ‘Benefit Humanity’?
The Pentagon articulates a research focus that includes lethality. But universities that receive military funding often welcome the money with expressions of pride and altruism—and scant mention of the potential for harm.
Binghamton, Madison Under U.S. Review for Alleged Bias
House Democrats Counter Republicans’ Vision for Higher Ed Reform
The Democrats’ newly released plan has three pillars: affordability, access and student support.
Governor Proposes ‘Bold’ Plan to Restructure Pennsylvania Higher Ed
The proposal calls for a sweeping overhaul of the state system as part of an initiative focused on workforce development and shoring up 25 public institutions.
Biden Administration Looks to Clamp Down on Inclusive Access
For nearly a decade, universities have been able to automatically charge students for books and supplies, creating a system the Education Department says lacks transparency.
New Unions Represent Over 40K Grad Students, Postdocs, Researchers
Republicans Focus on Affordability, Accountability in Higher Ed Overhaul
The wide-ranging College Cost Reduction Act suggests there’s an emerging bipartisan consensus on what needs fixing in higher education.