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New College of Florida Hires Professor Who Champions Colonialism
The institution’s president has appointed Bruce Gilley—who’s argued that a “European moral revolution” ended Africa’s “endemic slave empires” and said the transgender flag symbolizes mutilating children—to teach.
Negotiators Fail to Bridge ‘Gulf’ on Reciprocity Changes
An Education Department rule-making committee went back and forth this week over how and whether states should regulate out-of-state online colleges, but didn’t reach an agreement.
Democrats Make Their Case for DEI
A Republican described diversity, equity and inclusion offices as a “cancer.” Democrats pushed back, calling their understanding of the concept flawed.
Hopkins Medicine’s DEI Chief Resigns After Backlash to Comments on Privilege
Simple Secrets to Happier, More Successful Children: Academic Minute
Campus Engagement Tip: Reaching Students on Social Media
Higher education professionals share five strategies and four content ideas for engaging with students through an institution’s social media accounts.
Demand for Online Classes Prompts Closure of Satellite Centers in Iowa
The University of Iowa’s learning centers used to hold in-person classes for graduate business and social work students, but those students have preferred remote learning since the pandemic.
Colleges, Education Department at Odds Over Inclusive Access Changes
The department is sticking by its plan to prohibit colleges from automatically billing students for course materials despite strong opposition from publishers and university leaders.