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Trump Likely to End Title IX Trans Protections
In recent years, each new administration has led to significant changes in the rules governing how colleges respond to sexual misconduct. Don’t expect that to change under a second Trump term. Here’s what to know about Trump and Title IX.
How Higher Ed Can ‘Safeguard’ for Democracy
Complete College America argues that for higher education, protecting democracy is tied to making colleges accessible and boosting completion.
Cassidy to Chair Senate HELP Committee, Expected to Prioritize Education
Financial Aid’s Foggy Future
Whatever happens to the Education Department, Trump’s second term could have major implications for federal financial aid—and the students who rely on it.
LSU Student Jailed for Allegedly Tweeting Threat to Tiger-Toting Governor
An LSU student is in hot water after the state’s governor brought a live tiger to a football game.
Republicans, Back in Charge of Congress, Aim to Increase Higher Ed Accountability
With Republicans in the majority, expect continued attacks on elite universities and more momentum behind key legislation introduced when the GOP took the House in 2023.
Trump Picks McMahon as Education Secretary
The former WWE executive has served on the board of Sacred Heart University since 2004 but has few other ties to higher ed.
What’s Next for DEI?
Colleges should rethink their approaches to DEI if they don’t want to see it dismantled during a second Trump administration, Patrick J. Casey writes.