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Layoffs Gut Federal Education Research Agency
The department says the research agency failed to effectively fulfill its mandate and exemplifies wasteful spending. But experts warn the cuts will undermine “the backbone of accountability” for the country’s schools and colleges.
Cultural Residential Communities Under Attack Amid DEI Rollbacks
At least three institutions will end or suspend communities dedicated to LGBTQ and racial identities, leaving residents and alumni outraged.
College Applications Continue to Rise
The number of students applying to college rose 4 percent this admission cycle, and applicants submitted 6 percent more applications...
Johns Hopkins Plans for Layoffs Amid $800M Cut to Federal Grants
Johns Hopkins University is planning for staff layoffs after the Trump administration canceled $800 million in U.S. Agency for International...
The Leadership Skills Presidents Need Right Now: The Key
As college presidents face increasing scrutiny from state and national lawmakers, building a strong cabinet-level team is critical, according to...
Columbia On Edge Following ICE’s Arrest of Former Student
Columbia University remained on edge Wednesday following the Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a green card–holding recent...
Students at HBCUs Have Better Mental Health Than Other College Students
According to a new study, HBCU students were nine percentage points more likely to report signs of mental “flourishing” than American college students over all.
Assessing the Damage After the Education Department’s Mass Layoffs
The Trump administration’s deep cuts at the department hit some offices harder than others, but the effects will likely be felt by students, families and institutions across the country.