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A photo illustration comprised of photos of Texas governor Greg Abbott, Texas A&M University president Mark A. Welsh III and conservative activist Christopher Rufo superimposed on a photograph of Texas A&M's College Station campus.

Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as ‘Racial Segregation’

The national conservative activist wrote on social media that a student recruiting conference violates the state’s DEI ban because it excludes whites and Asians. Governor Abbott then threatened to fire the A&M president.

Ep. 140: What IHE’s Newsroom Will be Tracking in the First Days of the New Trump Administration

President-elect Trump’s known and unknown policy agenda and its potential impact on universities and colleges.

Judge Dismisses Legal Challenge to McNair Program’s Race-Based Eligibility Criteria

A federal district court judge has dismissed a lawsuit from a conservative student group that sought to make all students...

Yeshiva U President to Participate in Trump’s Inauguration

Rabbi Ari Berman, president of Yeshiva University in New York, will deliver the benediction at the inauguration of Donald Trump...
Greg Steube, a white man with a beard, is pictured in front of two American flags.

House Advances Ban on Trans Women in Women’s Sports

The bill, which would forbid “a person whose sex is male” from playing on women’s sports teams, echoes legislation already in place in 26 states.

Miguel Cardona stands a podium in front of Education Department and American flags

Cardona, Other Leaders Reflect and Bid Farewell

Student loan forgiveness and expansions on career and technical education were touted at the two-hour celebration Tuesday.

Biden Administration Forgives Another $4.2B in Student Loans

The Biden administration forgave another $4.23 billion in student loans Monday, likely the final round of relief for borrowers under...
Donald Trump, in a blue suit and red tie and standing in front of American flags, points up.

Colleges Expect Less Red Tape Under Trump, More Input on Policies

Despite increased scrutiny of higher education and concerns about academic freedom, experts say the president-elect’s approach to policy could benefit colleges’ finances.