Flawed DEI research cited by 51 federal agencies
Questionable research claiming benefits to “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” in corporations has been cited by at least 51 federal government entities, according to a College Fix analysis. Read more
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Colorado set to offer two years of free college
A bipartisan bill that would reduce the cost of college is headed for Gov. Jared Polis’ signature. Read more
2 Virginia Universities Won’t Require DEI Classes After Governor’s Review, Board Pushback
Years-long efforts to create and mandate diversity-themed coursework at George Mason and Virginia Commonwealth fizzled after an unusual intervention by Glenn Youngkin and last-minute actions by board members. Read more
Indian opposition accuses v-cs of right-wing affiliations
Vice-chancellors refute claims that the selection process for their roles is politically driven Read more
Higher ed’s hefty price tag forces students to reconsider its value
Nationwide, folks are reconsidering the need for a college degree. Their reasons have varied over the years, but most people will tell you cost is their greatest barrier to entry in 2024. Read more
Truman Scholarships overwhelmingly awarded to progressive students for tenth year in row
Nearly three in four recipients of this year’s prestigious, federally funded Truman Scholarship have clear ties to Democratic politicians or progressive causes, a College Fix analysis found. Read more
Professors Worry About ‘Digital Surveillance’ of Their Work
Union’s survey of academics elicits concerns that electronic systems that track teaching, grades and research productivity limit independence and well-being. Read more
‘More victims than winners’ in AI’s upheaval of universities
Institutions must accept rules have changed in order to survive ‘disruptive innovation’ brought about by new technologies, says online learning expert Read more
US students blast cancellation of commencements: ‘A slap in the face’
Universities across the US are dropping or shrinking graduation ceremonies as pro-Palestinian protests continue. Some students feel they’re being punished Read more
Accreditor: Keystone College in ‘Danger of Imminent Closure’
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education warns of “misleading information” circulating about the Pennsylvania institution’s dire straits. Students can’t be sure their college will exist come fall. Read more
