Nearly half of Harvard freshmen don’t believe in God: survey
Nearly half of Harvard University freshmen don’t believe in God, according to survey results from the student newspaper. Read more
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New College of Florida lays out ambitious 5-year plan, seeks $400 million
Over the next five years, New College of Florida plans to become the best liberal arts college in America. Heavier than the crown is the price tag: The newly revamped conservative college, home to fewer than 1,000 students, is seeking $400 million, according to a business plan released last week. Read more
YouTube tests AI tool that clones pop stars’ voices
YouTube has revealed an artificial intelligence tool that allows users to imitate pop stars like Demi Lovato and John Legend. Read more
University of Arizona Miscalculated by Millions
UA has much less cash on hand than the Board of Regents requires. The faculty is accusing the administration of financial mismanagement. Read more
Australian bill criminalises unauthorised research collaborations
As country proposes tough new sanctions for sharing regulated technologies, except with the UK and US, sceptic asks whether nuclear submarine pact is worth the trouble Read more
‘We are butchering children’: Academics unite against ‘medical transitioning’ of kids
Academics, clinicians, writers, and others critical of contemporary gender ideology gathered in Denver at a conference hosted by an international group opposing “gender-affirming care” for children. Read more
Pierce College cyberattack exposed 155,000 people’s data. Is the district at fault?
Personal data belonging to more than 155,000 former Pierce College students and staff was leaked on the dark web after a cyberattack this summer, according to a lawsuit. Read more
Merger of online program companies suggests ‘reset’ in the market
Academic Partnerships’ acquisition of Wiley’s online program business is latest change in tumultuous online program management market. Read more
Climate change: US and China take ‘small but important steps’
The US and China have agreed on measures to tackle climate change but stopped short of committing to end fossil fuels, a joint statement said. Read more
Students Outrunning Faculty in AI Use
A new study finds over half of students use generative AI, while more than 75 percent of faculty members do not regularly use the technology. Read more
