Universities ‘could face prosecution’ over student evaluations
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Kappa Kappa Gamma turns on sisters for wanting all-female sorority house
Earlier this year, members of a Kappa Kappa Gamma chapter in Wyoming filed a lawsuit after the sorority admitted a man who identifies as a woman named Artemis Langford into the house. The sorority responded on June 20 by submitting a motion to dismiss the case and called it “frivolous litigation.” Read more
Alliance University, formerly Nyack College, closing down after losing accreditation
The 140-year-old Christian nonprofit school has been in financial shambles for years. In 2018, the college announced that its South Nyack campus would be shuttered and sold. Students were given the option to relocate to the lower Manhattan campus. Read more
New lawsuit targets Harvard legacy admissions, argues they violate federal law
Three black and Latino groups filed a complaint against Harvard University on Monday stating the institution’s preferential treatment for legacy and donor applicants violates civil rights law. Read more
Is There a Future for U.S. Campuses in China?
American branch campuses in China are facing a confluence of logistical, geopolitical and economic challenges. Many wonder whether the risks are still worth the rewards. Read more
Vice-chancellor questions Australia’s embrace of microcredentials
Analysts are enthusiastic about microcredentials but unsure about their suitability in universities Read more
UK students: what do you wish you had known before going to university?
We are compiling advice for this year’s university freshers – and who better to ask than students themselves? Read more
Siena Heights University creates new ‘JEDI’ certificate with taxpayer dollars
Siena Heights University will offer a new certificate in “Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” this upcoming fall semester. Read more
Community college and career opportunities becoming a higher priority for high schoolers
Time and time again, Gen Z students share their thoughts on whether they intend to pursue an education beyond high school, a statistic that often changes depending on the current climate. Read more
Grant assessors accused of using ChatGPT to write feedback
Applicants to one of Australia’s major funding streams report spotting tell-tale signs of chatbot use Read more
