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A photo illustration of Sweet Briar's campus and students.
A photo illustration of Sweet Briar's campus and students.

How Sweet Briar College Defied the Odds of Closure

March 27, 2025

A decade ago, administrators tried to shutter the small women’s college in Virginia, but devoted alumnae fought back and prevailed. Thanks to them, it’s still standing. 

A photo of a pro-Palestinian protest on Columbia University's campus last year.
A photo of a pro-Palestinian protest on Columbia University's campus last year.

Columbia Agrees to Trump’s Demands

March 21, 2025

To address alleged antisemitism, the university will make the changes the Trump administration has demanded, despite legal and academic freedom concerns.

Columbia University interim president Katrina Armstrong
Columbia University interim president Katrina Armstrong

Who Is Katrina Armstrong?

March 20, 2025

Both supporters and critics praise Columbia University’s interim president for her openness. But will she stand up to Donald Trump amid unprecedented threats?

President Donald Trump gestures in the Grand Foyer of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
President Donald Trump gestures in the Grand Foyer of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Moody’s Downgrades Sector Outlook to Negative

March 19, 2025

In December, the ratings agency predicted stability for higher education, but the Trump administration has upended that forecast.