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AAUP Ends Two-Decade Opposition to Academic Boycotts

In 2005, the American Association of University Professors spoke out against this form of protest amid calls for scholars to spurn Israeli institutions. Now, the group says boycotts “can be considered legitimate tactical responses.”

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UNC Chapel Hill Elevates Interim Chancellor

The flagship’s new leader has a political background and no administrative experience in higher education. The hire has been met with alarm and optimism.

Saint Augustine’s Sued for Unpaid Fees to Service Provider

A company allegedly contracted by Saint Augustine’s University for janitorial, maintenance and lawn care services has sued the university for...
Campus of West Los Angeles College

Disability Ruling Against Calif. College is ‘Wake-Up Call’ for Others

After eight years of litigation, a federal judge has ordered West Los Angeles College to provide on-campus transportation for two students by the start of the fall semester. The ruling may have broader implications.

Judge Rejects Religious Discrimination Claim on Pandemic Loan

Gordon College could be forced to repay a $7 million Paycheck Protection Program loan issued during the coronavirus pandemic after...

New AAUP President Calls JD Vance a Fascist

The new president of the American Association of University Professors called Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance a “fascist” in...
professor teaching a robot

Students Worry Overemphasis on AI Could Devalue Education

Report stresses that AI is “new standard” and universities need to better communicate policies to learners.

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Lawmaker Claims Credit for Antisemitism Review at Florida Universities

State Representative Randy Fine says that after he repeatedly called the state university chancellor about a “Muslim terror textbook,” the system launched an evaluation of courses at all public universities.