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Artwork depicting U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson in front of swastikas morphing into crosses

‘Anti-Fascist’ Exhibit Stirs Controversy at Campus Museum

Under pressure from conservative lawmakers, a museum at East Tennessee State University made people sign waivers to view a provocative exhibit. Free speech advocates are outraged.

Several athletes huddle on a volleyball court.

What San José State Volleyball Teaches Us About the Debate Over Trans Athletes

The team has triggered the biggest controversy over trans collegiate athletes since Lia Thomas. But with anti-trans bills proliferating and Trump headed back to the White House, things feel different than they did in 2022.

What Makes an Award-Winning Academic, University or Project?

We speak to past THE Awards winners to find out about the work for which they and their institutions were recognized.

A group of students hold a sign reading "here to stay" in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.

Supporting Noncitizen Students in Higher Ed

President-elect Trump has threatened mass deportations. The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration suggests how institutions can support students who may be immigrants or undocumented.

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Michigan Regents Face Tough Questions as They Consider DEI Changes

Debate about diversity, equity and inclusion programs suggests a new degree of worry and proactive preparation as Donald Trump returns to the White House.

South Korean Students ‘Ashamed’ by Yoon’s Martial Law Gamble

Calls among academics and students for the South Korean president’s resignation amplify the political crisis.

An elephant walks forward while holding the seal of the Education Department in its trunk

House Republicans Aim to Pass Higher Ed Overhaul

The wide-ranging legislation likely won’t move forward in the Senate but serves as a marker for Republicans’ higher ed priorities in the next Congress.

Robot teaching a class

In Wisconsin, Professors Worry AI Could Replace Them

Faculty say a proposed policy change could lead to AI-run classes at the Universities of Wisconsin System. University officials say their fears are overblown.