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U of Iowa Briefly Halts New Research Amid NIH Chaos

The University of Iowa briefly told faculty to halt their applications for research grants through the National Institutes of Health...
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Trump Taps Biden Critic Nicholas Kent as Under Secretary

The president nominated a former lobbyist for career colleges to serve as education under secretary—the nation’s top official on policies affecting colleges and universities.

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GOP State Lawmakers Targeting DEI and Tenure Again

Even before Trump’s return, Republican legislators in some states were rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The campaign continues in current legislative sessions.

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Republican Officials Hired to Lead 2 Florida Universities

Florida Atlantic University hired a former GOP lawmaker as president, and Florida International University tapped the lieutenant governor at the urging of Governor Ron DeSantis.

Education Department Granted Stay on Gainful Employment Lawsuit

A federal judge gave the Department of Education 90 days to file a response outlining its position on a set...
A female college student sits with her back to a wall and her head cradled in her hands, looking depressed, next to a backpack and book.

Report: Students Experiencing Suicidal Ideation Need More Help Beyond Counseling

New data from the Center for Collegiate Mental Health shows learners with a history of suicidal or self-injurious behaviors can benefit from on-campus supports, but those aren’t sufficient to meet their levels of distress.

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A Tenuous Moment for Minority-Serving Institutions Under Trump

As the Trump administration targets federal DEI programming, colleges and universities with a mission to serve underrepresented students, like minority-serving institutions and tribal colleges, don’t know where they stand.

William & Mary Receives $50M Gift for Environmental Scholarships

William & Mary received a historic $50 million gift to support scholarships for students pursuing a newly approved bachelor’s degree...