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Nyet to Russian

Hopkins eliminates major. Faculty members say Russia’s growing role in the world makes this a terrible time to do so.

A Dangerous Withdrawal

“The Case for Colonialism” has been revoked -- not over claims of shoddy scholarship or publication irregularities but rather threats to the journal editor. Some call it a disturbing precedent that could make academics less safe.

Classroom, interrupted

Students storm a professor’s class at Columbia to protest the university’s handling of rape cases. It’s unclear if the students involved will face consequences.

Retaliation for Taking a Knee?

Some Kennesaw State cheerleaders took a knee during the national anthem. The next week, a change to the pregame ceremonies kept them off the field. Albright College kicks off the team a football player who took a knee.