Catholic university instructs faculty to use ‘all’ genders instead of ‘both’ genders
The communications department at Viterbo University has told employees to use the phrase “all” genders in place of “both” genders. Read more
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US conservatives linked to rich donors wage campaign to ban books from schools
Conservative groups across the US, often linked to deep-pocketed rightwing donors, are carrying out a campaign to ban books from school libraries, often focused on works that address race, LGBTQ issues or marginalized communities. Read more
Flying car wins airworthiness certification
A flying car capable of hitting speeds over 100mph (160kmh) and altitudes above 8,000ft (2,500m) has been issued with a certificate of airworthiness by the Slovak Transport Authority. Read more
Arizona State University announces effort to education 100 million students worldwide
It will offer an accredited online Global Management and Entrepreneurship Certificate that will help people in developing countries learn some basic business skills. Read more
UND scraps ‘Gender Inclusion’ policy proposal after Catholic org warns parents
University of North Dakota President Armacost announced the cancelation earlier today. Read more
Scotland’s first black professor accuses academics of racism in slavery row
Scotland’s first black professor has accused fellow academics of discrimination after an explosive row over Edinburgh’s links with slavery prompted calls for him to quit as chair of two groups re-examining the city’s history. Read more
Penn professor faces termination for comments about Asian immigrants
The University of Pennsylvania announced plans on January 18 to start proceedings that could end in suspension or termination for Professor Amy Wax. Read more
Cybersecurity compliance requirements may surprise higher ed
Institutions that work with the federal government are required to maintain certain security controls to protect covered information systems. Read more
Chinese astronauts to host video call with students
Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station will host a live video call on Saturday afternoon and interact with young students at ground venues in Beijing, as well as the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions. Read more
An Online ‘Moon Shot’ for the Developing World
A new, free online certificate program from Arizona State’s Thunderbird School of Global Management will be offered in 40 languages and seeks to reach refugees, women and others in the developing world. Read more
